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What historic event did Schirra cover with Walter Cronkite as co-anchor?

  • Viking landings on Mars

  • Hubble Space Telescope launch

  • Moon landing missions

  • Challenger disaster

Answer

The Moon landing missions, a remarkable feat in human history, saw astronaut Walter Schirra team up with renowned journalist Walter Cronkite to provide live coverage and commentary for CBS News. Their collaboration brought the momentous event into the homes of millions, capturing the awe and excitement of witnessing humanity's first steps on the lunar surface.
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