Judith Resnik
American engineer and astronaut
Born
April 5th, 1949
75 years ago
Died
1986
39 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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An engineer and astronaut, contributed to advancements in space exploration through missions with NASA. Completed her first space flight aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1984, becoming the second American woman in space. Tragically lost her life during the Challenger disaster in 1986, which occurred during her second space mission. Advocated for women in engineering and space careers throughout her professional life.
First flight on Space Shuttle Discovery in 1984
Participation in the Challenger mission in 1986
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