Neil Armstrong was an American astronaut and aeronautical engineer who is best known for being the first person to walk on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission. He was born on August 5, 1930, in Wapakoneta, Ohio, and passed away on August 25, 2012, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Personal and Family Life
Neil Alden Armstrong was born and raised in Wapakoneta, Ohio. He studied aeronautical engineering at Purdue University, where his tuition was funded by the U.S. Navy. Armstrong was married twice; he first wed Janet in 1956, and they had three children before divorcing in 1994. He remarried Carol Held Knight in 1994, and they remained together until his death.
Career Highlights
Before becoming an astronaut, Armstrong served as a naval aviator and saw combat during the Korean War. After the war, he became a test pilot and worked at NASA as part of the second group of astronauts selected in 1962. He gained fame for piloting the Apollo 11 mission, where he made history as the first person to set foot on the lunar surface on July 20, 1969.
Death and Legacy
Neil Armstrong died on August 25, 2012, due to complications after cardiovascular surgery. His legacy is immense, as he represents a significant achievement in human exploration and has inspired generations. Armstrong received numerous awards and honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey | 2010-09-17 | Dr. Jack Morrow (voice) |
| When We Left Earth | 2008-06-08 | Himself |
| Moonwalk One | 1972-11-01 | Himself |
| First Man on the Moon | 2012-01-01 | Himself |
| Astronauts Gone Wild: An Investigation Into the Authenticity of the Moon Landings | 2004-01-01 | Himself |
| Project Gemini: A Bold Leap Forward | 2002-01-18 | Himself |
| Being…Neil Armstrong | 2009-01-01 | Self |
| Footprints On The Moon | 1969-10-02 | Himself |
| Apollo 13 | 1995-06-30 | Himself (archive footage) |
| The Eagle Has Landed: The Flight of Apollo 11 | 1969-07-31 | Himself |