American former astronaut and engineer
Born: January 20, 1930
Buzz Aldrin, born Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr. on January 20, 1930, is an American astronaut and engineer renowned for his historic role in the Apollo 11 mission, during which he became the second person to walk on the moon. On July 20, 1969, alongside Neil Armstrong, Aldrin spent approximately two and a half hours on the lunar surface, conducting experiments and collecting samples.
Aldrin began his career as a fighter pilot in the United States Air Force and later joined NASA as part of the third group of astronauts selected in 1963. Before Apollo 11, he flew on the Gemini 12 mission in 1966, where he performed three spacewalks.
In addition to his contributions to space exploration, Aldrin holds a doctorate in astronautics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has written numerous books. His dedication to promoting space exploration and science is evident through his advocacy work and involvement in various organizations.
Buzz Aldrin continues to be a prominent figure in the aerospace community, leaving an indelible mark on human space exploration and inspiring future generations to reach for the stars.
Buzz Aldrin’s 5 most popular quotes
- Some things just can’t be described. And stepping onto the moon was one of them.
- Exploration is wired into our brains. If we can see the horizon, we want to know what’s beyond.
- Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon. I am the first man to piss his pants on the moon.
- Knowledge of the past and an optimistic view of the present give you great opportunities.
- I think humans will reach Mars, and I would like to see it happen in my lifetime.
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