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At NASA’s Langley Research Center, the STG is grappling with intense pressure to compete in the space race after the Soviets successfully launched Sputnik. Al Harrison, STG's director, seeks skilled mathematicians, leading to Katherine's new position in a department dominated by white men. Despite the hostility from some colleagues, Katherine's skills quickly shine. Early encounters reveal the depth of institutional racism, as she faces daily indignities, including the long trek to use the only colored restroom available.
Mary Jackson: Breaking Barriers