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Gus Grissom, from Mitchel, IN, was the second American to fly into space in 1961 and gave his life to the cause during the Apollo 1 mission on January 27, 1967.
Especially today in 2026, space exploration has become relevant once more, adding more significance to America's 250th birthday!
Learn more about the direct impacts of the Space Race on this region at this free educational event!
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