Ep 10. A City Upon A Hill

In For All Mankind season 1 episode 10, titled "A City Upon A Hill," tensions rise as the U.S. and Soviet Union continue their race to be the first to colonize the moon. NASA prepares for their next mission, with astronauts Ed Baldwin and Gordo Stevens at the helm. Meanwhile, Ellen Wilson struggles with her husband's absence as he remains on the moon, and makes a decision that could affect their relationship.

Throughout the episode, viewers are taken on a journey as the astronauts carry out their mission on the moon's surface. They face challenges and obstacles as they attempt to make history, but their determination and bravery push them forward. On Earth, protests against the Vietnam War escalate, and the pressure mounts for NASA to make a statement on the issue.

The episode explores not only the trials and tribulations of space travel but also the personal struggles of those affected by the mission. Ellen Wilson, in particular, experiences a significant transformation in this episode. As a military wife, she has spent much of her life in her husband's shadow. However, her independent spirit shines through as she makes a difficult decision that will affect both her and her husband's lives.

As tensions between the U.S. and Soviet Union increase in the race to colonize the moon, the episode ends with a major cliffhanger. The fate of the characters hangs in the balance as NASA faces murky waters. Will they succeed in their mission, or will they be overtaken by their enemies? The answer lies in the next episode of For All Mankind.