Norman E. Thagard
American astronaut and space scientist
Born
July 3rd, 1943
82 years ago
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United States
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Served as an astronaut for NASA. Participated in several space missions, including STS-7 aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger, where he conducted scientific research. Became the first American to fly on a Russian spacecraft, Soyuz TM-21, in 1995. Worked extensively on space shuttle missions that contributed to the development of the International Space Station, reflecting substantial training in the fields of engineering and medicine.
First American to fly on a Russian spacecraft
Participated in STS-7 aboard Space Shuttle Challenger
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