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The first American to orbit the Earth died today. He had been, among other things in the 95 years of his life, a fighter pilot, a navy test pilot, astronaut and US Senator. He was the first American to orbit the Earth, and many years later he became the oldest person to go into space.

Here is an interesting infographic on the astronautic career of John Glenn. His 95 years on Earth - and above it - were impressive.

My sympathies, also - sorry to hear this ...

This is an unexpected story linking a legendary astronaut with a legendary baseball player. It wasn't something I knew.

When John Glenn Saved Ted Williams’s Life

The funeral of a great man took place yesterday. John Glenn is scheduled to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery on April 6 – his 74th wedding anniversary with Annie Glenn.