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Barsoom

The spaceship that carries the first Earthmen to the Moon.

minor

Also known as The Barsoom

First appearance: The Flight of 'The Barsoom'

Barsoom shows up with force in The Flight of 'The Barsoom'. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The spaceship named after the Martian vessel; central to the chapter's events.
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  • Lunar Founders & Antagonists
  • Earth Officials & Leaders
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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