Harrison Schmitt
Geologist, Apollo 17 astronaut
Born
July 3rd, 1935
89 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A prominent geologist and astronaut, contributions include serving as the lunar module pilot for Apollo 17, the last Apollo mission to the Moon. Led geological surveys and collected lunar samples, becoming the only scientist to walk on the Moon. Later transitioned into politics, representing New Mexico in the U.S. Senate from 1977 to 1979, focusing on science and technology policy.
Served as lunar module pilot for Apollo 17
Collected over 250 pounds of lunar rock samples
Represented New Mexico in the U.S. Senate
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