The Dream That Wouldn't Down

National Archives and Records Administration The Dream That Wouldn't Down National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (10/01/1958 - ) ARC Identifier 45003 / Local Identifier 255-HQ-k125. The dream of Dr. Robert Goddard, the father of rocketry, is explored and examined through reminiscences of Mrs. Esther Goddard. Included in the film are historic scenes of Dr. Goddard's early experiments and the personal commentary of Mrs. Goddard. Made possible by a donation from Shawn Masters.