William R. Pogue facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
William Reid Pogue
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| Born | January 23, 1930 |
| Status | Deceased |
| Died | March 4, 2014 (aged 84) Florida, U.S.
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| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | OBU, B.S. 1951 OSU, M.S. 1960 |
| Occupation | Test pilot |
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| Rank | Colonel, USAF |
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Time in space
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84d 01h 15m |
| Selection | 1966 NASA Group |
| Missions | Skylab 4 |
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William Reid Pogue (January 23, 1930 – March 4, 2014) was an American NASA astronaut. He was also a teacher, public speaker, and writer. He is most famous for being a crew member on the Skylab 4 mission. This was a very important space flight. Pogue was born in Okemah, Oklahoma. He passed away peacefully at his home in Florida on March 4, 2014, at the age of 84. He was survived by his wife and three children.
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Becoming an Astronaut
William Pogue had an exciting career before joining NASA. He was a test pilot for the United States Air Force. Test pilots fly new aircraft to see how they perform. This job requires a lot of skill and bravery.
Joining NASA
In 1966, William Pogue was chosen to be an astronaut. He was part of a group of 19 new astronauts. This was a big step in his journey to space. He trained for many years to prepare for his mission.
The Skylab 4 Mission
William Pogue's only space mission was Skylab 4. This mission was part of the Skylab program. Skylab was America's first space station. It orbited Earth from 1973 to 1979.
Life on Skylab
The Skylab 4 mission lasted for 84 days. This was a record for the longest space flight at the time. Pogue and his crewmates, Gerald Carr and Edward Gibson, lived and worked on the space station. They performed many scientific experiments. They studied the Sun, Earth, and how humans adapt to living in space.
Important Discoveries
During their time on Skylab, the crew made important observations. They took many photos of Earth. They also studied solar flares, which are powerful bursts of energy from the Sun. Their work helped scientists learn more about our planet and the Sun. The mission showed that humans could live and work in space for a long time.
After Space Flight
After his space mission, William Pogue continued to share his knowledge. He taught others about space and his experiences. He also wrote books, including "How Do You Go to the Bathroom in Space?". This book helped explain space travel in a fun way.
Images for kids
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The Skylab 4 crew, from left: Gibson, Carr and Pogue
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Pogue (left) and Gerald Carr disposing of trash bags aboard the Skylab 4
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See also
In Spanish: William R. Pogue para niños
