I gave to ChatGPT this Prompt:

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Originally, the 1st stage of Project Apollo was supposed to go to Apollo 21. NASA Planned a 2nd buy of the Rocket Saturn Ⅴ of 15 more rockets for a 2nd stage of Project Apollo which never happened.

The 2nd stage of Apollo was supposed to place a Skylab-type space station in orbit around our Moon Luna, soft-land an S-ⅣB Stage on our Moon Luna, bury it under Lunar Regolith and use it as a moonrise with astronauts living in the emptied Hydrogen-Tank like a Nissen/Quonset-Hut.

Nasa planned crewed flybys of Venus (from Earth to Venus return to Earth) with astronauts living in the emptied Hydrogen-Tank of an S-ⅣB stage, with solar panels deployed, followed by crewed flybys of Venus and Mars (from Earth to Venus to Mars return to Venus return to Earth), using the same technique.

NASA also planned to send astronauts to a Near-Earth Asteroid, land onto the Near-Earth asteroid, collect samples of the Near-Earth asteroid, and then return to Earth with the samples of the Near-Earth asteroid as part of the 2nd phase of Project Apollo.

¿Could you please write an hypothetical story set in the 1970s about the 2nd phase of Project Apollo, set in an universe where Apollo continued into its 2nd phase and NASA bought 15 more rockets of the type Saturn Ⅴ and used them to explore our Moon Luna, Venus, Mars, and Near-Earth Asteroids?

ChatGPT wrote this:

ChatGPT:

Title: Journey Beyond Earth: The Second Phase of Project Apollo

Chapter 1: The Moon, Our Gateway

It was the early 1970s, a time of great ambition and excitement for space exploration. NASA had successfully completed the Apollo program, landing humans on the Moon, but they weren't done yet. Building upon their previous achievements, they embarked on the second phase of Project Apollo, fueled by the purchase of 15 additional Saturn V rockets.

The first target for exploration was our celestial neighbor, the Moon Luna. The modified Saturn V rockets, equipped with advanced scientific instruments, transported astronauts to the lunar surface. But this time, their objective was different. They aimed to establish a permanent presence on the Moon, setting up a Skylab-type space station in orbit around Luna.

Chapter 2: A Moonrise Dwelling

As the Saturn V rocket descended toward the lunar surface, a unique plan unfolded. The S-IVB stage, once used as a second stage during the Apollo program, was repurposed. Instead of discarding it into space, the S-IVB was meticulously maneuvered to a soft landing on Luna. A team of skilled astronauts expertly buried the stage under the lunar regolith.

In the emptied hydrogen tank of the S-IVB, a lunar habitat took shape. Using it as a foundation, astronauts constructed a living space, resembling a Nissen/Quonset-Hut. The innovative design allowed them to safely reside on the Moon, shielded from the harsh lunar environment. With solar panels deployed, the habitat was self-sustaining, providing power and life support for the crew.

Chapter 3: Venus and Mars, Our Enigmatic Neighbors

NASA's ambitions didn't stop at the Moon. They dreamed of crewed flybys of Venus and Mars, venturing even deeper into our solar system. Using the same technique employed for the lunar mission, astronauts took off from Earth, journeyed to Venus, and then returned to Earth.

The astronauts, living within the emptied hydrogen tank, experienced awe-inspiring moments as they flew by Venus. The crew marveled at the planet's swirling clouds and scorching atmosphere, capturing invaluable data that would deepen our understanding of this enigmatic world.

Not content with just Venus, the Apollo program set its sights on the red planet, Mars. The brave astronauts embarked on a daring trajectory, passing by Venus on their way to Mars. As they approached the rusty surface of the Red Planet, they observed its intricate landscapes and mysterious canyons. They gathered vital information to unravel the secrets of Mars, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge.

Chapter 4: A Leap Towards the Stars

In the final phase of Project Apollo's second stage, NASA focused on the exploration of Near-Earth Asteroids (NEAs). These small celestial bodies held valuable scientific insights into the formation of our solar system.

Astronauts embarked on an extraordinary mission to rendezvous with a carefully selected NEA. With precision and skill, they landed on the asteroid's surface, collecting samples that would enrich our understanding of the universe's early days. After fulfilling their objectives, they boarded their spacecraft and headed back to Earth, bringing with them precious fragments of the NEA.

Epilogue: The Legacy of Apollo's Second Phase

Project Apollo's second phase left an indelible mark on human exploration. The 15 additional Saturn V rockets transformed our understanding of the Moon, Venus, Mars, and Near-Earth Asteroids. These daring missions pushed the boundaries of what was possible and expanded our horizons.

The establishment of a lunar station, the exploration of Venus and Mars, and the collection of samples from NEAs all contributed to our knowledge of the universe. The astronauts who ventured into the great unknown became pioneers, inspiring generations to reach for the stars and continue our quest for knowledge beyond the confines of Earth.

This was the dream of the 'Camelot' generation. When we chose to do it "because it is hard".

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The SpaceHistorian David S. F. Portree Writes the Blog "No Shortage of Dreams" about proposed SpaceMissions which never happened. (proposed SpaceMissions outnumber GreenLit SpaceMission by over a magnitude). Everything the prompt was proposed but never funded. This would lead to landing on Mars in the 1980s as part of the next program to follow Project Apollo.