abstract | - Apollo 34 was an Earth spaceship launched in 2056 to deliver the first long-term human mission to the planet Mars. Commanded by Captain Adelaide Brooke, the vessel took nearly two years to arrive at Mars, where Bowie Base One was established. Apollo 34 was then set up on a launch pad for its eventual return flight or for emergency evacuation from the planet, should the need arise. Such a need arose in 2059 when an infestation by a water-based race called the Flood threatened the lives of the base crew and Brooke ordered Apollo 34 prepped for launch. The Flood had made it clear that their intention was to invade Earth, however, and when it became clear that the Flood had breached the vessel, First Officer Ed Gold, who was preparing the vessel for launch, detonated it instead, marooning the survivors on Mars. (TV: The Waters of Mars)
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