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United States Navy officer and former NASA astronaut
Eugene Cernan
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Who is Eugene Cernan?
Eugene Cernan, also known as Gene Cernan, was an American astronaut and naval aviator. He is best known as the commander of the Apollo 17 mission, the last manned mission to the Moon in 1972.
When was Eugene Cernan born?
Eugene Cernan was born on March 14, 1934.
Did Eugene Cernan walk on the Moon?
Yes, Eugene Cernan was the last person to walk on the Moon. During the Apollo 17 mission, he and his fellow astronaut, Harrison Schmitt, landed on the lunar surface on December 11, 1972. Cernan spent three days on the Moon, making him the eleventh person to walk on its surface.
What other space missions did Eugene Cernan participate in?
In addition to the Apollo 17 mission, Cernan was also a part of the Gemini 9A mission in 1966, where he became the second American to perform an extravehicular activity (EVA) or "spacewalk" in orbit.
What were Eugene Cernan's achievements after leaving NASA?
After leaving NASA, Cernan pursued a career in business and also became a television commentator. He also wrote a book titled "The Last Man on the Moon" and was involved in several space-related organizations. Eugene Cernan passed away on January 16, 2017, at the age of 82.
Eugene Cernan