John Young
John Young
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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John Watts Young was a renowned American astronaut, naval aviator, test pilot, and the first person to walk in space twice.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on September 24, 1930
Passed away on January 5, 2018
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Young was an American astronaut, naval aviator, test pilot, and naval officer. He held a Master of Science degree in aerospace engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Early Life and Background
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John Young grew up in San Antonio, Texas, with his mother after his father's early death. His mother remarried when John was seven years old, but he maintained close relationships with his stepfather and mother throughout his life. Young developed an interest in aviation at a young age, inspired by his family vacations to the beach where he would watch planes take off from the nearby Naval Air Station.
Major Accomplishments
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Young's impressive career spanned multiple areas of expertise:
As a naval aviator, Young earned several awards for his service and achievements in combat.
He became an accomplished test pilot, participating in high-speed flight tests and helping to develop new aircraft.
In 1965, Young was selected as one of the first astronauts for the Gemini program. During this mission, he set a record by performing two spacewalks.Notable Works or Actions
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Young's notable works include:
As part of the Apollo 10 and Apollo 16 missions, Young walked on the Moon twice.
He was the commander of the first Space Shuttle mission (STS-1) in 1981, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.Impact and Legacy
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Young's contributions to space exploration have had a lasting impact:
His work as an astronaut paved the way for future generations of space travelers.
Young's leadership roles in various missions set precedents for space shuttle operations and human spaceflight safety.Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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John Young is widely quoted and remembered due to his pioneering achievements in space exploration:
His dedication to pushing the boundaries of what is possible has inspired countless individuals.
* As a true pioneer, John Young's legacy continues to inspire new generations of scientists, engineers, and explorers.
Quotes by John Young
Twentieth century man must boldly reach out... And purposefully strive to discover the hidden secrets of our universe.
The kids who played last year can say that was an adult problem, we won the title. We as adults dropped the ball.
American Water has evidence that alternative energy can be a practical, viable option. Committing to alternative energy sources benefits everyone. It reduces the impact on the environment, as well as America's dependence on fossil fuels. It also reduces our energy costs; those reductions are then passed onto our customers.
I'm not trying to be insensitive to other parishes, but I was elected to represent the residents of Jefferson Parish, ... And as long as hurricane season is still open, we have to protect this parish.
I loved talking to Sam Hodges. He was always very interesting, and I felt like I learned something every time I talked to him. I thought he was a fascinating man - maybe tough to work for, but he knew his business. He was extremely intelligent and fun to talk to.
It's sort of an invigorating and enlivening experience. I feel very confident and very excited, and perhaps an overshadowing emotion is one of great humility at this point.
The new purchasers fully intend to pay the full debt ... and all the money owed on the property.
It's a wonderful machine that had done good things, and it's got a lot of good to do yet.
