A decorated World War II pilot, lawyer, and politician who served in the US House of Representatives for 36 years, known for his work on the Federal Aviation Administration and NASA.
Born in 1923
The first test pilot to break the sound barrier, achieving a historic milestone in aviation and paving the way for supersonic flight. This daring feat cemented his status as a legendary figure in the history of flight.
Born in 1926
One of the original seven astronauts in NASA's Project Mercury, a decorated military pilot, and a pioneer in space exploration, known for being the second American in space and commanding the first manned Gemini mission.
Born in 1923
First American in space, commanded Apollo 14 mission, and walked on the Moon.
97 Years Old
American baseball player who pitched in the Major Leagues from 1965 to 1975, known for being a four-time All-Star and winning the American League ERA title in 1968.
Born in 1923
One of the original seven astronauts in Project Mercury, this pioneer flew on three historic spaceflights, including the first American manned orbital flight and the Apollo 7 mission.
Born in 1924
One of the original Mercury Seven astronauts, he was a decorated war veteran and test pilot who later became a NASA executive, playing a crucial role in the development of the US space program.