NASA Orion Spacecraft Development Oral Histories by Engineers and Managers Recounting Fascinating Program Stories - Featuring Program Manager Mark Geyer and Astronaut Rex Walheim
NASA Orion Spacecraft Development Oral Histories by Engineers and Managers Recounting Fascinating Program Stories - Featuring Program Manager Mark Geyer and Astronaut Rex Walheim

Author: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Published: 2018-05-20

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 9781982947637

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The oral histories of fourteen engineers and managers for the NASA Orion crew capsule program provide fascinating insights into the highs and lows of the extraordinary program, with hundreds of anecdotes and stories. Each history provides unique information about the specialty of the individual. James Bray * Crew Module Director, Orion * Lockheed Martin (Prime Contractor) * Charles W. Dingell * Technical Lead/Chief Engineer, Orion * Lead, CEV Phase 1 * Daniel Dumbacher * Deputy Associate Administrator, Exploration Systems Development, NASA Headquarters * James M. Free * Deputy Associate Administrator for Technical, Human Exploration & Operations Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters * Deputy Director & Director, Glenn Research Center * Director, Space Flight Management, Glenn Research Center * Manager, Orion Office, Glenn Research Center * Test and Verification Manager, Orion CEV * Manager, Orion Service Module * Mark S. Geyer * Deputy Director, Johnson Space Center * Program Manager, MPCV Orion * Deputy Program Manager, Constellation Program * Manager, System Engineering and Integration, Development Program Division, Exploration Systems Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters * Mark A. Kirasich * Deputy Program Manager, MPCV Orion * Manager, Orion Program * Julie A. Kramer-White * Chief Engineer, MPCV (CEV) Orion * Charles M. Lundquist * Deputy Manager, Orion Program * Manager, Crew & Service Module, MPCV Program * Deputy Director, Constellation Program Office Test & Verification * Deputy Director, Constellation Program Office Systems Engineering and Integration * Paul F. Marshall * Assistant Program Manager, MPCV Orion * Assistant Manager, MPCV Strategy Integration * Don E. Reed * Manager, Flight Test Management Office, MPCF (CEV) Orion * H. Kevin Rivers * Deputy Director, Research Directorate, Langley Research Center * Manager, MPCV Orion Launch Abort System Office * Rex J. Walheim * Astronaut Representative, Orion Program * Chief, Exploration Branch, Astronaut Office * Space Shuttle Astronaut, STS-110, STS-122, STS-135 * Carol L. Webber * Director, Orion Program, Exploration Mission 1 & 2, Lockheed Martin (Prime Contractor) * Scott B. Wilson * Manager, Production Operations, Orion Program, Kennedy Space Center

NASA's Space Shuttle Program
NASA's Space Shuttle Program

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

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Published: 2018-03-08

Total Pages: 394

ISBN-13: 9781980510284

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The fascinating oral histories of a dozen Space Shuttle program astronauts provide new insights into this historic program, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, the Shuttle orbiter, experiences of spaceflight, and the triumphs and tragedies of the program - including recollections of the Challenger and Columbia accidents. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments! Astronauts in this set of histories: Joseph P. Allen, John E. Blaha, Guion S. Bluford, Jr., Karol J. "Bo" Bobko, Charles F. Bolden, Daniel C. Brandenstein, Vance D. Brand, Jean-Loup J. M. Chretien, Mary L. Cleave, Richard O. Covey, John O. Creighton, and Robert L. Crippen. The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted. Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs. These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

They Made it Happen
They Made it Happen

Author: World Spaceflight News

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Published: 2017-05-18

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13: 9781521323885

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The oral histories of thirty-one engineers and managers for the Space Shuttle program provide fascinating insights into the highs and lows of the extraordinary program, with hundreds of amazing anecdotes and stories. Each history provides unique information about the specialty of the individual, along with responses to the Challenger and Columbia tragedies. Many of the interviewees started in the Apollo era and recount interesting stories about the moon landing program as well. These interviews were conducted by NASA for the STS (Space Transportation System) Recordation Oral History Project. Stan M. Barauskas - Shuttle APU system; Tony Bartolone - Lead External Tank (ET)/Solid Rocket Booster (SRB) project engineer; Gerald Blackburn - Boeing project manager; James A. Carleton - Solid Rocket Booster management; Joseph P. Chaput - marine operations manager and skipper of the Liberty Star, at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida; Wendall D. Emde - Rockwell thermal protection system and tiles; Donald H. Emero - Rockwell engineering; Frances A. Ferris - Rockwell and Boeing aviation; Otto K. Goetz - NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Space Shuttle Main Engine (SSME) engineer and manager; George Hopson - detailed discussion of lessons learned in rocket engineering and propulsion; Robert H. Kahl - Rockwell and Boeing; Julie Kramer White - Johnson Space Center Shuttle engineering; Robert E. Lindstrom - Saturn and Shuttle program management; Dr. William R. Lucas - Marshall Space Flight Center management; Alex McCool, Jr. - Marshall Space Flight Center propulsion; Donald L. McCormack, Jr. - Rockwell and NASA engineering; Royce Mitchell - early Shuttle design; James B. Odom - Marshall shuttle design and engineering; Myron "Mike" A. Pessin - Marshall External Tank; Eric S. Ransone - SSME; William J. Roberts - shuttle vehicle project engineering; Robert J. Schwinghamer - Marshall propulsion; Gerald D. Sheehan - KSC launch processing; Jody A. Singer - Marshall Huntsville ET/SSME/SRB; Gerald W. Smith - Solid Rocket Booster; Stephanie S. Stilson - Kennedy Space Center orbiter processing; Henry Taylor - Shuttle Carrier Aircraft (SCA); John W. Thomas - Marshall Huntsville shuttle management; J.R. Thompson - Marshall Huntsville Space Shuttle Main Engine; John Tribe - hypergolics; Terrence R. White - KSC orbiter processing.

NASA International Space Station (ISS) Oral History Project
NASA International Space Station (ISS) Oral History Project

Author: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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Published: 2017-05-09

Total Pages: 370

ISBN-13: 9781521260654

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The fascinating oral histories of twenty International Space Station (ISS) pioneers - converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction - provide new insights into this extraordinary effort, with vital observations about an era of space history that continues today. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, hardware, spacecraft, rockets, triumphs and tragedies. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments! The International Space Station Oral History Project includes interviews with individuals who have contributed significantly to the success of the ISS Program. The oral history sessions reflect experiences and insight on topics such as the early days of the multi-national partnership, the development of its science program, and the challenges encountered in establishing the orbiting laboratory. Contents include: Michael R. Barratt * Randy Brinkley * Robert D. Cabana * John B. Charles * Kevin P. Chilton * Lauri N. Hansen * Albert W. Holland - Chilean Miners Rescue * Albert W. Holland - International Space Station * Gregory H. Johnson * Charles Lindquist * Jeffrey Manber * Hans Mark * Donald R. Pettit * Michael E. Read * Julie A. Robinson * Melanie Saunders * Michael T. Suffredini * Suzan C. Voss * Dr. Peggy A. Whitson * Jeffrey N. Williams * Sunita L. Williams The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted. Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs. These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

NASA's Space Shuttle Program
NASA's Space Shuttle Program

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

Publisher:

Published: 2018-03-09

Total Pages: 375

ISBN-13: 9781980511373

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The fascinating oral histories of a dozen Space Shuttle program astronauts provide new insights into this historic program, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, the Shuttle orbiter, experiences of spaceflight, and the triumphs and tragedies of the program - including recollections of the Challenger and Columbia accidents. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments! Astronauts in this set of histories: David C. Leestma, William B. Lenoir, John M. Lounge, Jack R. Lousma, Thomas Kenneth Mattingly II, Pamela A. Melroy, Richard M. Mullane, Steven R. Nagel, George D. "Pinky" Nelson, Bryan D. O'Connor, Robert A. R. Parker, Donald H. Peterson. The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted. Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs. These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

NASA's Space Shuttle Program: Astronaut Oral Histories (Set 4) Richards, Ride, Ross, Seddon, Shaw, Shriver, Spring, Sullivan, Thagard, Truly, Van Hoften, Walker and the Columbia, Challenger Accidents
NASA's Space Shuttle Program: Astronaut Oral Histories (Set 4) Richards, Ride, Ross, Seddon, Shaw, Shriver, Spring, Sullivan, Thagard, Truly, Van Hoften, Walker and the Columbia, Challenger Accidents

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

Publisher:

Published: 2018-03-09

Total Pages: 547

ISBN-13: 9781980511472

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The fascinating oral histories of a dozen Space Shuttle program astronauts provide new insights into this historic program, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, the Shuttle orbiter, experiences of spaceflight, and the triumphs and tragedies of the program - including recollections of the Challenger and Columbia accidents. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments!Astronauts in this set of histories: Richard N. Richards, Sally K. Ride, Jerry L. Ross, Margaret Rhea Seddon, Brewster H. Shaw, Jr., Loren J. Shriver, Sherwood C. "Woody" Spring, Kathryn D. Sullivan, Norman E. Thagard, Richard H. Truly, James D. A. van Hoften, Charles D. Walker.The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted.Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs.These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

NASA's Space Shuttle Program
NASA's Space Shuttle Program

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

Publisher:

Published: 2018-03-09

Total Pages: 436

ISBN-13: 9781980510765

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The fascinating oral histories of a dozen Space Shuttle program astronauts provide new insights into this historic program, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, the Shuttle orbiter, experiences of spaceflight, and the triumphs and tragedies of the program - including recollections of the Challenger and Columbia accidents. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments! Astronauts in this set of histories: Brian Duffy, Bonnie J. Dunbar, Joe H. Engle, John M. Fabian, Anna L. Fisher, C. Gordon Fullerton, Frederick D. Gregory, Henry W. "Hank" Hartsfield, Jr., Terry J. Hart, Frederick H. Hauck, Steven A. Hawley, Jeffrey A. Hoffman. The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted. Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs. These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program - Oral Histories of Managers, Engineers, and Workers (Set 2) - Including Cohen, Fendell, Frank, Fuqua, Garman, Gavin (Lunar Module Program Director)
Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program - Oral Histories of Managers, Engineers, and Workers (Set 2) - Including Cohen, Fendell, Frank, Fuqua, Garman, Gavin (Lunar Module Program Director)

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

Publisher:

Published: 2018-05-19

Total Pages: 591

ISBN-13: 9781982940447

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The fascinating oral histories of two dozen Apollo lunar program pioneers provide new insights into this extraordinary effort, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, hardware, spacecraft, rockets, triumphs and tragedies. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments!Contents include: Chapter 1: Aaron Cohen * Chapter 2: Jeanne L. Crews * Chapter 3: Joseph W. Cuzzupoli * Chapter 4: Hubert P. Davis * Chapter 5: John E. DeFife * Chapter 6: Charles F. Deiterich * Chapter 7: Charles J. Donlan * Chapter 8: Charles L. Dumis * Chapter 9: William B. Easter * Chapter 10: Eugene G. Edmonds * Chapter 11: R. Bryan Erb * Chapter 12: David D. Ewart * Chapter 13: Charles H. Feltz * Chapter 14: Edward I. Fendell * Chapter 15: Dennis E. Fielder * Chapter 16: Mike Fox * Chapter 17: George C. Franklin * Chapter 18: M. P. "Pete" Frank III * Chapter 19: Walter S. Fruland * Chapter 20: Jack Funk * Chapter 21: Don Fuqua * Chapter 22: Hector Garcia, Jr. * Chapter 23: John R. Garman * Chapter 24: Joseph G. Gavin, Jr. (Director, Lunar Module Program).The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted.Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs.These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

Pioneering Astronauts, NASA Oral Histories - Glenn, Carpenter, Cooper, Allen, Brand, Engle, Lind, Plus Apollo 13 History by Lunney - Mercury, Gemini, Apollo Programs
Pioneering Astronauts, NASA Oral Histories - Glenn, Carpenter, Cooper, Allen, Brand, Engle, Lind, Plus Apollo 13 History by Lunney - Mercury, Gemini, Apollo Programs

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

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Published: 2017-05-10

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 9781521265529

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The fascinating oral histories of seven American astronauts provide new insights into this historic program, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, experiences of spaceflight, and much more. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments! In addition to the astronaut oral histories, there is a comprehensive chronology of the events of Apollo 13 written by flight director Glynn S. Lunney. Astronauts in this set of histories: John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, Joe Allen, Vance Brand, Joe Engle, and Don Lind. The oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted. Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs. These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.

Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program - Oral Histories of Managers, Engineers, and Workers (Set 3) - Including Jay Greene, Griffin, Milt Heflin, Holloway, Jeffs, Kelly (Lunar Module Manager)
Apollo and America's Moon Landing Program - Oral Histories of Managers, Engineers, and Workers (Set 3) - Including Jay Greene, Griffin, Milt Heflin, Holloway, Jeffs, Kelly (Lunar Module Manager)

Author: Johnson Space Center (JSC)

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Published: 2018-05-16

Total Pages: 541

ISBN-13: 9781982919498

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The fascinating oral histories of two dozen Apollo lunar program pioneers - converted for accurate flowing-text ebook format reproduction - provide new insights into this extraordinary effort, with vital observations about an era of space history that changed the world. The interviews divulge new information and some long-held secrets; they are sometimes emotional, sometimes analytical, with revealing anecdotes, stories of supervisors and colleagues, hardware, spacecraft, rockets, triumphs and tragedies. Even serious space enthusiasts will find numerous "aha, I didn't know that" comments!Contents include: Chapter 1: Jay H. Greene * Chapter 2: Donald T. Gregory * Chapter 3: Gerald D. Griffin * Chapter 4: Dean F. Grimm * Chapter 5: Walter W. Guy * Chapter 6: Charles R. Haines * Chapter 7: Jerome B. Hammack * Chapter 8: James E. Hannigan * Chapter 9: Charles S. Harlan * Chapter 10: J. Milton Heflin * Chapter 11: Robert H. Heselmeyer * Chapter 12: Shirley Hunt Hinson * Chapter 13: John K. Hirasaki * Chapter 14: John W. Holland * Chapter 15: Thomas W. Holloway * Chapter 16: John D. "Denny" Holt * Chapter 17: Jay F. Honeycutt * Chapter 18: Ivy Hooks * Chapter 19: Neil B. Hutchinson * Chapter 20: George W. Jeffs * Chapter 21: Gary W. Johnson * Chapter 22: Richard S. Johnston * Chapter 23: Alan B. Kehlet * Chapter 24: Thomas J. KellyThe oral histories are the transcripts from audio-recorded, personal interviews with many who pioneered outer space and the Moon, and with those who continue the excitement of space exploration. To preserve the integrity of the audio record, the texts are presented with limited revisions and thus reflect the candid conversational style of the oral history format. Brackets and ellipses indicate where the text has been annotated or edited for clarity. The date of each interview is noted.Established in 1996, the goal of the NASA Johnson Space Center Oral History Project (JSC OHP) is to capture history from the individuals who first provided the country and the world with an avenue to space and the moon. Participants include managers, engineers, technicians, doctors, astronauts, and other employees of NASA and aerospace contractors who served in key roles during the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle programs.These oral histories ensure that the words of these pioneers live on to tell future generations about the excitement and lessons of space exploration. Oral history interviews began in the summer of 1997, and since that time more than 675 individuals have participated in the NASA Oral History projects.