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Apollo astronaut Frank Borman, leader of first moon orbit, dies at 95

Apollo astronaut Frank Borman, who commanded the first mission to orbit the moon, has passed away at the age of 95. Borman was a true American hero and served as the commander of the Apollo 8 mission, humanity's first mission around the Moon in 1968. He also played a critical role in the Gemini 7 mission and later led the team that reengineered the Apollo spacecraft. Borman continued his aviation work as the CEO of Eastern Airlines after his NASA career.

via CNN|

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Apollo 8 Commander and NASA Astronaut Frank Borman Passes Away at 95

Frank Borman, the Apollo astronaut who commanded the first mission to orbit the moon, has passed away at the age of 95. Known for his no-nonsense demeanor and dedication to beating the Soviet Union in the space race, Borman played a critical role in NASA's early missions. He piloted Gemini 7 and later served as the mission commander for Apollo 8, which successfully circled the moon in 1968. Borman's disciplined approach and attention to detail contributed to the overall success of the Apollo program.

via NPR|

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Remembering Apollo Astronaut Thomas K. Mattingly II: A Hero's Farewell

Thomas K. Mattingly II, a retired United States Navy Rear Admiral and distinguished NASA astronaut, has passed away at the age of 87. Mattingly, known as TK, made significant contributions to the U.S. space program, particularly in the Apollo missions. He played a crucial role in the safe return of the Apollo 13 astronauts and served as the command module pilot for Apollo 16. Mattingly's legacy extends beyond his technical achievements, as he eloquently shared his awe of the cosmos and inspired future generations of explorers.

via SciTechDaily|

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