Wernher von Braun

Rocket engineer and moon mission architect

Wernher von Braun - Rocket engineer and moon mission architect
Born

March 23rd, 1912
112 years ago

Died

June 16th, 1977
47 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United States

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A prominent rocket engineer and space architect, developed the V-2 rocket during World War II. Emigrated to the United States after the war and became instrumental in the space program. Contributed to the design and execution of the Saturn V launch vehicle, which successfully sent astronauts to the Moon during the Apollo missions. Advocated for space exploration and played a key role in NASA's early achievements in space technology.

Developed the V-2 rocket for Nazi Germany

Designed the Saturn V rocket for Apollo missions

Served as the director of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center

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