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| 11/08/2008 Evangeline Adams â Famous Predictions and Impact on Astrology
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Arrests and bumps with the law did not end in 1911 for Adams. She went to court in New York for telling fortunes in 1914. In the end, she was acquitted of all wrongdoing. The newspapers stated that the judge's decision surrounded the fact that she had elevated astrology to a level that matched "an exact science."
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| 11/08/2008 Who is Evangeline Adams?
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| With a bloodline that connected her to a couple of Presidents of the United States, Evangeline Adams was able to mingle with the best of them â J.P. Morgan, Charles Schwab, and actress Tallulah Bankhead. What did she do, you might ask? She was an astrologist and first received training in the field at Boston in 1887. It wasnât too long before she was practicing on a professional level. In this article, you will learn more about Evangeline Adams â who became one of the best-known astrologists in her time.
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| 11/06/2008 All About Alan Shepard: The Apollo 14 Mission
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When Alan Shepard Jr participated in his second space flight, he was the commander of the Apollo 14 (January 31 â February 9, 1971). During this time, he became a part of the third successful lunar landing mission for America and all at the age of 47, making him the oldest astronaut in the program. When Shepard piloted his Lunar Module Antares, he accomplished the most accurate landing of the entire Apollo program. This mission marked the first that was able to broadcast pictures in color across the television â right from the surface of the Moon.
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| 11/06/2008 All About Alan Shepard: Life After Being an Astronaut
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Since you can't stay an astronaut forever, there has to be some way that former space explorers make a living and continue on with a "normal" life. In the case of Alan Shepard Jr, he received many awards, recognition, and honors over the years, as well as made a significant dent in the business world as well. This article will explore some of his accomplishments.
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| 11/05/2008 All About Alan Shepard â As an Astronaut
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| During his time with the Navy, Alan Shepard Jr would later find himself back at Patuxent, where he engaged in a second tour of duty and was allowed to flight test the F3H Demon, F11F Tiger, and other aircraft. During his last five months at this location, he spread his wisdom and philosophy to up-in-coming students when he served as an instructor in the Test Pilot School.
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| 11/05/2008 All About Alan Shepard â Education & the Navy
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| When it comes to the first American in space, did you know that it was Alan B Shepard Jr that accomplished a suborbital flight that lasted for 15 minutes? Inside of the Mercury capsule called Freedom 7, he made history on May 5th, 1961. In this article, you will learn more about the man who became the second person and the first American in space.
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| 11/02/2008 Space Pioneers: Who is Eileen Collins?
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| When it comes to making strides as an astronaut, you usually donât hear about too many women making the rounds in this profession. However, a great deal of females has found their way in the field of astronomy and space exploration. In this article, you will learn a bit about Eileen Marie Collins â a now retired astronaut from Elmira, NY, who has accomplished a great deal in her lifetime.
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| 11/02/2008 Eileen Collins â Awards and Words of Wisdom
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| As for the personal details of Collins' life, Eileen showed an interest in space exploration, as well as for being a pilot at a young age. When she became a young adult, she graduated from Elmira Free Academy in 1974 and enrolled in Corning Community College, leaving with an associate degree in science and math. In this article, you will learn more personal details, as well as recognition Collins has received over the years.
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| 10/30/2008 All About Astronaut John Glenn
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On July 18th, 1921 in Cambridge, Ohio, John Herschel Glenn Jr came into the world. Who would have known that this youngster would grow up to become the first American to orbit the Earth and later take on the role as a United States Senator?
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| 10/30/2008 All About Astronaut John Glenn â Becoming an Astronaut
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| It wasnât until April of 1959 that Glenn was assigned to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (better known as NASA). He was to become a part of the original group of astronauts associated with the "Mercury Project." At the time, he was still an officer in the Marine Corps.
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| 10/30/2008 All About John Glenn â Politics
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| It was 1964 when John Glenn decided to leave the NASA space program and run against Senator Stephen M. Young in the Democratic primary. Sadly, he was unable to complete this mission, as he hit his head on a bathtub and received a nasty blow to the head, which also injured the inner part of his ear. Since he needed to recover, he would have to put his political aspirations on the back burner.
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| 10/30/2008 All About John Glenn â His Personal Life
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| While the space exploration escapades of John Glenn are quite well known to the public, his personal life may not be as recognizable to the average Joe. In this article, you will learn more about John Glenn with a focus on some of his personal endeavors and accomplishments.
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| 10/29/2008 Major Yuri Gagarin and Two Moon Walkers
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| While Neil Armstrong is known for being the first man to walk on the Moon, was he the first person in space as well? Who were Charles Conrad and Alan Bean â and what is their significance in the world of space exploration? In this article, you will learn X facts about astronauts.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Astronaut Neil Armstrong â The Early Years
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Out of all of the astronauts associated with United States history, Neil Armstrong is one of the most popular spacemen to date. Why? He is the first man to walk on the Moon, of course! Along with his astronaut credits, Armstrong was also a test pilot, professor, and United States Naval Aviator in his lifetime. In this article, we will explore facts and trivia regarding Armstrong's early years.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Astronaut Neil Armstrong â In the Navy
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| As part of his requirements for his education plan, Neil Armstrong needed to serve time in the Navy. On January 26th, 1949, he reported to the Naval Air Station located in Pensacola for his flight training. This duty would last for about 18 months, where he later became qualified for carrier landing aboard the USS Cabot and USS Wright. In this article, you will encounter facts regarding Armstrong's life in the Navy and as a test pilot.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Astronaut Neil Armstrong â Flying Test and Rocket Planes
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| When it came time for his first day at Edwards Air Force Base, Neil Armstrong was introduced to some of his first assignments in flying. He got a chance to pilot chase planes slated for drops that involved experimental aircraft. He manned converted bombers. It was at this time (March 22, 1956) that he encountered his first flight blunder at Edwards. Situated in the right-hand seat, Armstrong was put in charge of the payload release, while the left-hand seat commander (Stan Butchart) was in charge of flying the B-29.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Astronaut Neil Armstrong â Adventure to the Moon
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| Neil Armstrong is most recognized for the role he played in the first walk on the Moon. In this article, you will learn a few facts concerning this exciting milestone in space exploration history, as well as details concerning the end of his space career.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Neil Armstrong â After the Moon Walk Part I
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After completing a great feat within the world of space exploration, some astronauts go on to achieve bigger and better space escapades, while other individuals decide to follow a different calling. After his infamous walk on the Moon, what did Neil Armstrong go on to accomplish. The answer to this is provided in this article.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Neil Armstrong â After the Moon Walk Part II
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| Neil Armstrong has certainly led an interesting life and not all of his accomplishments and experiences have dealt with space exploration. In this article, you will learn of some of the ends and outs regarding life after taking the first steps on the Moon.
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| 10/28/2008 All About Neil Armstrong â Words of Wisdom
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| When it comes to famous words of astronauts, who can beat Neil Armstrong's "That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind." As the first man to walk on the Moon, a lot of people took notice to the things he said and accomplishment he was able to achieve. In this article, you will encounter some of his words of wisdom, thoughts, and quotes.
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