Neil armstrong biography timeline project
Neil Armstrong, born in 1930 in Wapakoneta, Ohio, was a legendary astronaut and the first person to set foot on the moon.
His remarkable journey from aeronautical engineer to naval aviator, and finally to NASA astronaut, culminated in the historic Apollo 11 mission in 1969.
There, Armstrong uttered his famous words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” as he stepped onto the lunar surface.
Beyond his moonwalk, Armstrong’s life was marked by contributions to space exploration, education, and safety advocacy. This brief overview sets the stage for a closer look at his extraordinary life and legacy.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1930 | Neil Alden Armstrong is born in Wapakoneta, Ohio, USA. |
| 1947-1955 | Armstrong attends Purdue University and earns a Bachelor of Science |
| degree in aeronautical engineering. | |
| 1955-1962 | Neil Armstrong serves as a naval aviator and pilot, flying missions |
| during the Korean War and later as a test pilot at
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