On March 29, 1985, President Reagan delivered a speech to the National Space Club, emphasizing the importance of space exploration and the role of the Strategic Defense Initiative in securing peace. This video revisits the historical moment that underscored America's commitment to leading in space exploration and peace through strength.

00:20 – President Reagan enters
01:20 – Chaplain reads invocation
03:44 – B-roll of President Reagan talking at his table
04:00 – Award presented to President Reagan, he takes the podium
05:23 – Learning so much about space
06:19 – Robert Goddard exemplified a great American
07:43 – This generation is moving forward to harnessing the potential of space
08:18 – Scientific advancements have changed national security, SDI
10:46 – SDI is there to protect our own country and those of our allies
12:08 – SDI is meant to expand the opportunities for peace negotiations
12:53 – We've only scratched the surface of space research, which will give America the economic edge
14:06 – Can't put a price tag on the potential of space, must keep paying for research
17:15 – We must look beyond short-term steps to determine long-term goals
18:06 – Announcement of Dr. Thomas Payne as the new Chairman of the National Commission of Space
18:48 – Thanks to everyone for taking on this task, and recognition to everyone helping with space efforts
19:50 – The challenge of pushing frontiers is part of our national character, the conclusion of the speech
20:44 – President Reagan exits

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