The Moon Landings were a Hoax?!

[john8pies]

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Yes, when Americans made it to the Moon by space-rocket for the first time ever, over 35 years ago, it was actually a fake according to several conspiracy theorists.

The whole thing was actually filmed in a studio, and was faked so that it made it look like the States reached the Moon before the Russians, so they say.

I`m uncertain as to all the evidence (but there appear to be plenty of websites about it) but apparently the `key` facts (speculation) are that the shadows are all wrong, the `moon jumps` wouldn`t really happen like that, there was insufficient atmosphere to support human life even for a short time, and , in the visor of the `spaceman`s helmet` you could actually see the reflection of something in another part of the studio!

Oh, and just for good measure, the Russian who would have got there before the Americans actually had a nervous breakdown following a crash and ended up in a mental hospital (so they say)

Any comments, information, further details most welcome.

[lady cop]

you go Jives! ...my Dad and my Uncle were integral members of the space program from its inception and i for one think this "theory" is a load of bollocks. i grew up on NASA>>>>>>>>>>

[Philadelphia Eagle]

I've heard some ridiculous things in my life and this thread posted by John is right up there.
You've read the responses by Jives and LC and I don't intend to legitimize your garbage, John, with further comment except to say what you are posting on an American internet site.
If you really believe any of the rubbish you've posted I feel genuinely sorry for you.
A relative of mine risked his life in space carrying out repairs to the now defunct Soviet Space Station.
Your obvious inferiority complex is no excuse for your rantings.
If you cannot stop trying to embarass you hosts please stay away.

[koan]

Keep in mind, John didn't make this up himself and anyone coming across it for the first time is bound to be surprised and curious.

[turbonium]

Hey, come on , you guys - ease up on the bashing!! John is NOT bringing up something that hasn't been questioned by literally thousands of other people (yes, many of which are American)! Is the Moon landing topic an untouchable?? I mean, it IS a free country, right? With everyone entitled to their own opinions?

I do believe the astronauts were and are men of great character, they were NASA's cream of the crop, and their accomplishments pre-Apollo are never in question as to their brilliance. But if (I say IF) the landings were hoaxed, these men would no doubt be compromised beyond belief to uphold the hoax. It would at least explain the strangely subdued way they looked and responded at the press conferences after the missions - men of integrity WOULD act that way. Even though they would be sworn to maintain the story, their body language could be speaking volumes!?! It's not the astronauts that should be dumped on IF the landings were a hoax, it should be their bosses at NASA!

Now, as for criticism, I'll let these quotes speak for themselves.....

"To announce that there must be no criticism of the president, or that we are to stand by the president, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public."
-Theodore Roosevelt

"A society that will trade a little liberty for a little order will lose both, and deserve neither" - Thomas Jefferson

"During times of war, hatred becomes quite respectable even though it has to masquerade often under the guise of patriotism."
-Howard Thurman

"Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong."
-James Bryce

"Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel."
-Samuel Johnson

[hotsauce]

<hotsauce raises hand and nervously looks around the room>

Okay...I was surprised and curious the first time I read about this.

[turbonium]

Passing this on, even questioning it, is an insult to the honor of the whole country and all of it's citizens.

Jives, you are obviously passionate in your views about the Apollo missions, and I respect you for that. But to call those who question it an insult to the US and its citizens does not, in my opinion, do service and justice to the great and free Republic of The United States of America. If you missed my quotes on patriotism, have a look at them - in a nutshell, they say that if all those within a nation are taken to task and scorned for disagreeing with the 'official' views of those in power, you have very nearly reached a state of fascism. I think you would agree that a totalitarian nation would not be a very pleasant reality...

[Bothwell]

Should not worry too much guys and gals, we will have JFK, Marilyn, Hoffa et al showing up soon, we had Lady Di on another thred. I dont think I have ever been on a board where someone did not put these old chestnuts up.

Now the serious business,Jives, YOU FLEW WITH CHUCK YEAGER!!!!!!!!!! I am not worthy.

I went to Cape Canavaral last time I was in Fla and it was fantastic, they even had an astronaut giving a Q and A session to the public.

[smithy87]

Being on neutral ground here I don't think John intended to offend or upset anyone. Whether or not he believes the conspiracy theory is upto him, but this is a forum after all a place for us to discuss, argue, agree and laugh over many topics. There are many tv shows about stuff like this (Diana, The Titanic etc) that make people more curious to other sides of a story. True or not the theories are out there

[greydeadhead]

What.. the moon landings were not real. No way. I was totally convinced that we were there. Puleeeezze.. these supposed theories are nothing but B.S. It is like saying the Titanic didn't sink.. Elvis is still alive... I have yet to see one that is supported by any kind of actual evidence. I read about this moon landings hoax along time ago.. in fact if I remember correctly it was in that fine upstanding paragon of journalistic integrity.. the "World Weekly News".... yep.. and Bat boy was there with Neil and the boys..

Oh.. and Turbonium.. yep those are great quotes. They get republished here everytime someone is criticized or someone feels that free speech rights have been infringed upon. Please..find some new ones.. these are becoming increasingly boring.