James Benson Irwin Autogramm

Profession:
(1930 - 1991) Amerikanischer Astronaut - er diente als Lunar Module Pilot für Apollo 15

Year of Birth: 1930

James Irwin was born on March 17, 1930 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He grew up with a fascination for aerospace and aviation, which led to his pursuit of a career as an astronaut.

Irwin joined the United States Air Force and served as a fighter pilot before being selected by NASA to be part of the astronaut program in 1966. He was a part of the astronaut group known as the "19 Original Astronauts."

Irwin made his first space flight as a member of the Apollo 15 mission in 1971. He was the Lunar Module pilot for the mission, becoming the eighth person to walk on the moon. Irwin spent a total of three days on the lunar surface, conducting experiments and collecting samples.

After his space mission, Irwin retired from NASA and became a prominent advocate for Christian faith. He founded the High Flight Foundation in 1973, which aimed to spread the message of faith and explore the connection between science and religion.

Throughout his life, Irwin continued to inspire others with his passion for space exploration and his belief in the spiritual significance of the universe. He passed away on August 8, 1991, but his legacy as an astronaut and a visionary lives on.

James Irwin will always be remembered as a pioneer in space exploration and a devout believer in the wonders of the universe. His contributions to both science and faith have left an indelible mark on the world.