Valentina Tereshkova
Russian pilot and first woman astronaut
Born
March 6th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Russia
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In 1963, became the first woman to fly in space aboard Vostok 6. Conducted extensive research during the flight, lasting nearly three days. After her historic mission, contributed to the Soviet space program as a selector of female candidates for future space missions. Later involved in political activities, serving in the Soviet Union's parliament and as an advocate for women's roles in science and technology.
First woman to fly in space
Vostok 6 mission in 1963
Advocated for women in science
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