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US astronaut Neil Armstrong dies, first man on Moon

www.bbc.co.uk said:

US astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to set foot on the Moon, has died at the age of 82, US media report.

Earlier this month he had surgery to relieve blocked coronary arteries.

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[docyabut2]

the prayer left on the moon


James Benson Irwin (March 17, 1930 – August 8, 1991) was an American astronaut. He served as Lunar Module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth human lunar landing; he was the eighth human to walk on the Moon, and he was the first of those astronauts to die.<sup>[

I Am There
James Dillet Freeman  



Do you need Me ?
I am there.
You cannot see Me, yet I am the light you see by.
You cannot hear Me, yet I speak through your voice.
You cannot feel Me, yet I am the power at work in your hands.

I am at work, though you do not understand My ways.
I am at work, though you do not understand My works.
I am not strange visions. I am not mysteries.

Only in absolute stillness, beyond self, can you know Me
as I AM, and then but as a feeling and a faith.

Yet I am here. Yet I hear. Yet I answer.
When you need ME, I am there.
Even if you deny Me, I am there.
Even when you feel most alone, I am there.
Even in your fears, I am there.
Even in your pain, I am there.

I am there when you pray and when you do not pray.
I am in you, and you are in Me.
Only in your mind can you feel separate from Me, for
only in your mind are the mists of "yours" and "mine".
Yet only with your mind can you know Me and experience Me.

Empty your heart of empty fears.
When you get yourself out of the way, I am there.
You can of yourself do nothing, but I can do all.
And I AM in all.

Though you may not see the good, good is there, for
I am there. I am there because I have to be, because I AM.

Only in Me does the world have meaning; only out of Me does the world take form; only because of ME does the world go forward.
I am the law on which the movement of the stars
and the growth of living cells are founded.

I am the love that is the law's fulfilling. I am assurance.
I am peace. I am oneness. I am the law that you can live by.
I am the love that you can cling to. I am your assurance.
I am your peace. I am ONE with you. I am.

Though you fail to find ME, I do not fail you.
Though your faith in Me is unsure, My faith in you never
wavers, because I know you, because I love you.

Beloved, I am there.




This poem received a lot of attention in 1971 when it was taken to the moon by astronaut James B. Irwin on Apollo 15. Irwin's mother gave it to him before the flight and he actually left a copy of the poem on the moon.



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Edited by docyabut2, 25 August 2012 - 10:35 PM.

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NASA Administrator Statement on Neil Armstrong's Death

www.nasa.gov said:

The NASA press release is reproduced below:

August 25, 2012

Bob Jacobs/David Weaver
NASA Headquarters
202-358-1600
bob.jacobs@nasa.gov/david.s.weaver@nasa.gov              


RELEASE : 12-601

NASA Administrator Statement on Neil Armstrong's Death

The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Charles Bolden regarding the death of former test pilot and NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong. He was 82.

“On behalf of the entire NASA family, I would like to express my deepest condolences to Carol and the rest of Armstrong family on the passing of Neil Armstrong. As long as there are history books, Neil Armstrong will be included in them, remembered for taking humankind's first small step on a world beyond our own.

“Besides being one of America’s greatest explorers, Neil carried himself with a grace and humility that was an example to us all. When President Kennedy challenged the nation to send a human to the moon, Neil Armstrong accepted without reservation.

"As we enter this next era of space exploration, we do so standing on the shoulders of Neil Armstrong. We mourn the passing of a friend, fellow astronaut and true American hero."

Additional information about Armstrong is available on the Web at:

http://www.nasa.gov

http://www.neilarmstronginfo.com

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Edited by Waspie_Dwarf, 25 August 2012 - 10:58 PM.

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FAMILY STATEMENT REGARDING THE DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG

www.nasa.gov said:

The NASA press release is reproduced below:

August 25, 2012

Bob Jacobs/David Weaver
NASA Headquarters
202-358-1600
bob.jacobs@nasa.gov/david.s.weaver@nasa.gov              


RELEASE : 12-600

FAMILY STATEMENT REGARDING THE DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG

WASHINGTON -- The following is a statement from the Armstrong family regarding the death of former test pilot and NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong. He was 82.

“We are heartbroken to share the news that Neil Armstrong has passed away following complications resulting from cardiovascular procedures.

Neil was our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Neil Armstrong was also a reluctant American hero who always believed he was just doing his job. He served his Nation proudly, as a navy fighter pilot, test pilot, and astronaut. He also found success back home in his native Ohio in business and academia, and became a community leader in Cincinnati.  

He remained an advocate of aviation and exploration throughout his life and never lost his boyhood wonder of these pursuits.  

As much as Neil cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the expressions of good will from people around the world and from all walks of life.  

While we mourn the loss of a very good man, we also celebrate his remarkable life and hope that it serves as an example to young people around the world to work hard to make their dreams come true, to be willing to explore and push the limits, and to selflessly serve a cause greater than themselves.  

For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple request. Honor his example of service, accomplishment and modesty, and the next time you walk outside on a clear night and see the moon smiling down at you, think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink.”

Additional information about Armstrong is available on the Web at:

http://www.nasa.gov

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[Daughter of the Nine Moons]

I'm still stunned at the news Waspie

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Statement from Buzz Aldrin, Apollo 11 lunar module pilot, regarding the passing of Neil Armstrong

From Spaceref.com

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Source: NASA HQ Posted Saturday, August 25, 2012



"I am very saddened to learn of the passing of Neil Armstrong today. Neil and I trained together as technical partners but were also good friends who will always be connected through our participation in the Apollo 11 mission. Whenever I look at the moon it reminds me of the moment over four decades ago when I realized that even though we were farther away from earth than two humans had ever been, we were not alone. Virtually the entire world took that memorable journey with us. I know I am joined by millions of others in mourning the passing of a true American hero and the best pilot I ever knew. My friend Neil took the small step but giant leap that changed the world and will forever be remembered as a landmark moment in human history. I had truly hoped that in 2019, we would be standing together along with our colleague Mike Collins to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of our moon landing. Regrettably, this is not to be. Neil will most certainly be there with us in spirit.

"On behalf of the Aldrin family, we extend our deepest condolences to Carol and the entire Armstrong family. I will miss my friend Neil as I know our fellow citizens and people around world will miss this foremost aviation and space pioneer."

Cz

[docyabut2]

In memory of all the astronauts  that died and to remember the prayer that was left on the moon.

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From Whitehouse.gov - Aug. 27, 2012

Presidential Proclamation -- Death of Neil Armstrong

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DEATH OF NEIL ARMSTRONG

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

As a mark of respect for the memory of Neil Armstrong, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day.  I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-seventh day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh.

BARACK OBAMA

Cz

Edited by Czero 101, 27 August 2012 - 05:51 PM.

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From Whitehouse.gov - Aug. 25, 2012

Statement by the President on the Passing of Neil Armstrong

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Michelle and I were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Neil Armstrong.

Neil was among the greatest of American heroes - not just of his time, but of all time.  When he and his fellow crew members lifted off aboard Apollo 11 in 1969, they carried with them the aspirations of an entire nation.  They set out to show the world that the American spirit can see beyond what seems unimaginable - that with enough drive and ingenuity, anything is possible. And when Neil stepped foot on the surface of the moon for the first time, he delivered a moment of human achievement that will never be forgotten.

Today, Neil's spirit of discovery lives on in all the men and women who have devoted their lives to exploring the unknown - including those who are ensuring that we reach higher and go further in space. That legacy will endure - sparked by a man who taught us the enormous power of one small step.

Cz

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Thanks to all of you for your wonderful comments!

Edited by MID, 28 August 2012 - 12:47 AM.

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38-image photo essay put together by The Atlantic:

http://www.theatlant...30-2012/100359/





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[MID]

As we remember the passing of Neil Armstrong, let us also rmember Apollo  friends, and comerades who have already passed:

John F. Kennedy   35th President of the United States, responsible for Apollo.


The Apollo 1 crew.
Virgil I Grissom,
Edward White,
Roger Chaffee,

Charles... Pete Conrad,   Apollo 12 CDR, Skylab 2, CDR
Jack Swigert    Apollo 13 CMP
Alan Shepard,    First American in space, CDR, Apollo 14
Stuart Roosa, Apollo 14 CMP,
James Irwin,   Apollo 15 LMP
Gunter Wendt PAD Leader, Apollo  Launch Complexes at KSC  during Apollo.
Ronnie Evans, Apollo 17 CMP
Rocco Petrone,   Former launch director at KSC , and Director of the Apollo Program at NASA HQ


and of course,

Neil Armstrong, Savior of GT-8, and Apollo 11 CDR

Edited by MID, 28 August 2012 - 08:41 PM.

[TheMacGuffin]

I watched this landing on TV with my great grandmother, who literally grew up in the horse and buggy era and would never even have imagined that such things would have been possible when she was young.  That was a great deal of change in one lifetime, for in the world that she had been born into, slavery still existed in the U.S. and there were no electric lights, airplanes, automobiles or computers--nothing like that--but before she died she was able to see men walking on the moon.  Think of that.

I also agree that Neil Armstrong was really the right stuff, and made a landing that very few others on earth could have done.  Had it gone wrong, they would have been on a strictly one-way trip.

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TheMacGuffin, on 29 August 2012 - 05:10 AM, said:

I watched this landing on TV with my great grandmother, who literally grew up in the horse and buggy era and would never even have imagined that such things would have been possible when she was young.  That was a great deal of change in one lifetime, for in the world that she had been born into, slavery still existed in the U.S. and there were no electric lights, airplanes, automobiles or computers--nothing like that--but before she died she was able to see men walking on the moon.  Think of that.

A worthy thing to think about!

Think about that!  She had to have been over 100 when Apollo 11 took place!  She had to have been born before 1862, when slavery began to be abolished nationally, and the invention of the electric light in 1874, or the automobile in 1885-1890, and the first manned flight in 1903.

If so...imagine her life!  When this little boy named Neil Armstrong was born, we were in just beginning a depression and she'd have been around  70.  Seeing the depression run its course, WW 2,  the development of the automobile, it's rapid accelleration into American life, jet aircraft flying people all over the world, and technological advances she couldn't have imagined, ever, followed by three young (relatively) men going  to the Moon????

To have experienced it from her perspective would've been a fantastic thrill in itself.

It's thrilling to just think about her sitting there watching that happen.

[MID]

TheMacGuffin, on 29 August 2012 - 05:10 AM, said:

I also agree that Neil Armstrong was really the right stuff, and made a landing that very few others on earth could have done.  Had it gone wrong, they would have been on a strictly one-way trip.

Well, let's put it this way.
Neil made a landing that only one or two others had ever trained for a little, and no one who followed AS-11 trained fior the first landing, nor did they experience the same things he and Buzz did.
I'd venture to say that I agree with you, that he made a landing that not only was difficult, but that no one else could've done.  Jim Lovell had some training, was a hell of a pilot, and woul've taken over for Neil if something happened to him but you're also right...

...Anything going badly wrong may well have meant a one-way trip for Neil and Buzz on 7-20-69.

But Neil did it.  He will always and forever be known as the first...and, he greased it!

Love you, Neil!

Thanks for all you gave us!