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Old 05-03-2007, 06:16 PM   # 1 Quick Link (permalink)
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Wally Schirra dies at 84

http://www.cnn.com/2007/TECH/space/0...bit/index.html
Another true space pioneer reached the heavens.
Rest in peace Wally.
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Old 05-03-2007, 06:21 PM   # 2 Quick Link (permalink)
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R.I.P. Mr. Schirra. A true pioneer and a gentleman with all the Right Stuff. You will be missed!
 

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I am grateful to the aviation and aerospace pioneers who have pushed the limits of what we can do. Godspeed, Wally Schirra.
 

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That is very sad. God speed.
 

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May he rest in peace. A true American hero. I think I'll watch "The Right Stuff" in memory...

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One of the Mercury Seven. A sad day indeed.
 

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