James Irwin

James Irwin

James Benson Irwin was an American astronaut, aeronautical engineer, test pilot, and a United States Air Force pilot. He served as Lunar Module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth human lunar landing. He was the eighth person to walk on the Moon.

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Lifespan
1930 – 1991
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Career Journey

Background

Born in
Pittsburgh
Educated at
University of MichiganUnited States Naval AcademyU.S. Air Force Test Pilot SchoolEast High School
Awards
🏆 United States Astronaut Hall of Fame🏆 NASA Distinguished Service Medal🏆 United Nations Peace Medal🏆 International Space Hall of Fame

Timeline

  • 1930

    Born

    Birth
  • 1991

    Died

    Death

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