"Victor Glover: First Black Man to Pilot Artemis II Moon Mission"

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"Victor Glover: First Black Man to Pilot Artemis II Moon Mission"
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Victor Glover, a Navy captain and the first African American to have spent extended time on the International Space Station, will pilot the Artemis II mission, becoming the first human to visit the moon in over 50 years. His journey from a childhood dream of space travel to becoming an astronaut involved a diverse background in sports, academics, and military service. Despite the historic nature of his upcoming mission, Glover remains humble and focused on his role as a mentor and a dedicated member of his crew.

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