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Vahan · 08-25-2012, 03:32 PM

http://cosmiclog.nbcnews.com/_news/2...edomain=usnews

Astronaut Neil Armstrong, first man to walk on moon, dies at age 82

U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong, known for being the first man to walk on the moon, has died at the age of 82, weeks after undergoing heart surgery.

Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, died Saturday, weeks after heart surgery and days after his 82nd birthday.

Armstrong commanded the Apollo 11 spacecraft that landed on the moon on July 20, 1969, and he radioed back to Earth the historic news of "one giant leap for mankind." He spent nearly three hours walking on the moon with fellow astronaut Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin.

Armstrong and hiw wife, Carol, married in 1999, made their home in the Cincinnati suburb of Indian Hill, but he had largely stayed out of public view in recent years.

He spoke at Ohio State University during a February event honoring fellow astronaut John Glenn and the 50th anniversary of Glenn becoming the first American to orbit the Earth. In May, Armstrong joined Gene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon, at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Florida to support the opening of The National Flight Academy, which aims to teach math and science to kids through an aviation-oriented camp.

Janice · 08-25-2012, 03:44 PM

He's in the history books, that's for sure. I was young, but I remember the moon landing. My parents were so excited. It sounds like his death was unexpected. Too bad. Rest in Peace, Neil Armstrong.

Mr. Television · 08-25-2012, 03:49 PM

He's a true American hero. R.I.P. Neil.

Regulus · 08-25-2012, 04:26 PM

Niel.

Family Ties Forever! · 08-25-2012, 05:44 PM

RIP.

I wasn't alive when he landed on the moon. I'm sure it was cool to watch when it was happening.

AKA · 08-25-2012, 07:08 PM

One giant leap. Thank you, Mr. Armstrong.

Regulus · 08-25-2012, 07:26 PM

In Tribute to Niel Armstrong tonight I am watching the Movie X-15 (He participated in this program) as well as an episode of Lassie called "Bird of Prey" (Which mentions the X-15). Rest in Peace Niel.

angiefan · 08-25-2012, 07:56 PM

it's on fox news right now. he's 82 years old. the apollo 11 was before my time. the space shuttle was my time.

Schmoopie · 08-26-2012, 08:00 AM

Such sad news...

Tweety · 08-27-2012, 03:02 PM

Have any of you seen this?

It's a clip from a 1962 episode of "I've Got a Secret". The "contestants" were Neil's mother and father, and their secret was "Our son became an Astronaut today".

They were apparently flown in to be on the show on the very day that Neil officially joined the astronaut program.

Youtube: Neil Armstrong's Parents - I've Got a Secret (1962)

It's about 5 and 1/2 minutes in length, and Gary Moore asks them a rather amazing question. Moore says ""Now, how would you feel, Mrs. Armstrong, if it turned out - of course nobody knows - but if it turns out that your son is the first man to land on the moon? "

AB · 08-27-2012, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Tweety

Have any of you seen this?

It's a clip from a 1962 episode of "I've Got a Secret". The "contestants" were Neil's mother and father, and their secret was "Our son became an Astronaut today".

They were apparently flown in to be on the show on the very day that Neil officially joined the astronaut program.

Youtube: Neil Armstrong's Parents - I've Got a Secret (1962)

It's about 5 and 1/2 minutes in length, and Gary Moore asks them a rather amazing question. Moore says ""Now, how would you feel, Mrs. Armstrong, if it turned out - of course nobody knows - but if it turns out that your son is the first man to land on the moon? "

^ That's pretty interesting.
May he rest in peace.

Marvo301 · 08-28-2012, 01:53 PM

Neil Armstrong. He had "the right stuff"!

08-25-2012, 03:32 PM	#1
Vahan Member Senior Member Join Date: Jan 14, 2008 Posts: 2,712	Neil Armstrong (1930-2012) http://cosmiclog.nbcnews.com/_news/2...edomain=usnews Astronaut Neil Armstrong, first man to walk on moon, dies at age 82 U.S. astronaut Neil Armstrong, known for being the first man to walk on the moon, has died at the age of 82, weeks after undergoing heart surgery. Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, died Saturday, weeks after heart surgery and days after his 82nd birthday. Armstrong commanded the Apollo 11 spacecraft that landed on the moon on July 20, 1969, and he radioed back to Earth the historic news of "one giant leap for mankind." He spent nearly three hours walking on the moon with fellow astronaut Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin. Armstrong and hiw wife, Carol, married in 1999, made their home in the Cincinnati suburb of Indian Hill, but he had largely stayed out of public view in recent years. He spoke at Ohio State University during a February event honoring fellow astronaut John Glenn and the 50th anniversary of Glenn becoming the first American to orbit the Earth. In May, Armstrong joined Gene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon, at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Florida to support the opening of The National Flight Academy, which aims to teach math and science to kids through an aviation-oriented camp.

08-25-2012, 03:49 PM	#3
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08-25-2012, 05:44 PM	#5
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Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	He's in the history books, that's for sure. I was young, but I remember the moon landing. My parents were so excited. It sounds like his death was unexpected. Too bad. Rest in Peace, Neil Armstrong.

08-25-2012, 07:26 PM	#7
Regulus Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 07, 2011 Location: Port Orange, Florida Avatar - Poiuyt Posts: 3,374	In Tribute to Niel Armstrong tonight I am watching the Movie X-15 (He participated in this program) as well as an episode of Lassie called "Bird of Prey" (Which mentions the X-15). Rest in Peace Niel.

08-25-2012, 07:56 PM	#8
angiefan happy labor day! Forum Regular Join Date: Apr 15, 2006 Location: grand blanc,michigan Posts: 618	neil armstrong[1930-2012] it's on fox news right now. he's 82 years old. the apollo 11 was before my time. the space shuttle was my time.

08-26-2012, 08:00 AM	#9
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08-27-2012, 03:02 PM	#10
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