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Encore: 50 Years Ago, Apollo 13 Set Off For The Moon

Fifty years ago Saturday, Apollo 13 lifted off for the moon. After 55 hours, the mission was rocked by an explosion. The ensuing drama to return the crew safely captured the world's attention.

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