In this episode of Dave Does History, we explore the final moonwalk of the Apollo 17 mission, the last crewed mission to the Moon, launched on December 7, 1972. After over 22 hours of scientific exploration, astronaut Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the Moon, made his poignant final steps as the crew completed their final EVA. We’ll uncover the significance of Apollo 17’s discoveries, including Harrison Schmitt’s famous orange soil find, and the challenges faced by the astronauts as they braved the lunar surface.

As we reflect on this pivotal moment in history, we’ll also dive into the cultural shifts and political factors that led to the end of the Apollo missions and explore what’s next for lunar exploration.

Tune in for a gripping, in-depth look at the historic conclusion of the Apollo program.