Army Activities in Space-A History

This paper presents an account of the Army´s role in missile development and achievements. It begins by giving a short historical account of the Army´s missile and space program. It then gives an explanation of the Army´s present role in missiles and space. Finally it gives a few proposals for the future. Also included is a list of ``Firsts´´ that are credited to the Army in its role of missile and space achievements. This paper also gives the achievements and capabilities of the Redstone, Jupiter and modified Jupiter (JUNO I and JUNO II) vehicles, and some of the capabilities of the Saturn vehicle.