Robert Henry Lawrence Jr.

Astronaut

Birthday October 2, 1935

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Chicago, IL

DEATH DATE Dec 8, 1967 (32)

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About

The first African American astronaut, though he died tragically before traveling to space.

Before Fame

He was a pilot in the U.S. Air Force.

Trivia

He died in the crash of a F-104 Starfighter at Edwards Air Force Base.

Family Life

He was married to Barbara Cress.

Associated With

He was the first African American astronaut, though Guion Bluford was the first African American in space.

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