Ronald McNair
Published on Dec 14, 2015
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
THE LIFE OF RONALD MCNAIR
Photo by NASA: 2Explore
BIRTH PLACE /DATE
- October 21, 1950
- Lake City, South Carolina
FAMILY BACKGROUND
- Mom & Dad: Carl & Pearl Mcnair
- Brother: Carl jr. Mcnair
- Wife: Cheryl B. Mcnair
- Kids: Joy & Reginal Mcnair
Education
He received a Doctor of Philosophy in Physics in 1976, & received three different Doctorates
Photo by eriwst
Job
He worked for NASA at the Kennedy Space Center & was a Mission Specialist
Photo by NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center
How He Became Famous
He was the first African American to be Astronaut
Photo by NASA Goddard Photo and Video
The Historical Event
McNair was apart of Apollo 17. This was the first ever attempt to teach in space. Unlucky it failed & everyone died
Photo by Tony Fischer Photography
Three Facts
He was a 5th degree black belt karate instructor
He was a Performing Jazz Saxophonist
He was awarded the congressional Space Medal of Honor
Photo by dbking
Quote
"Whether or not you reach your goals in life depends entirely on how well you prepare for them & how badly you want them. You're Eagles! Stretch your wings & fly to the shy"
DEATH DATE/ PLACE
- Died January 28, 1986
- Kennedy Space Center
