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Astronaut, & pilot, Author, Explorer, Artist. Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story out now!

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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Apr 22

    I am certain, if everyone could see the Earth floating just outside their windows, every day would be . There are few things more fragile or more beautiful than Earth, let’s work together today and everyday to protect our home.

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  2. May 17

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  3. May 14

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  4. Retweeted
    Apr 28

    Today, we honor the life of Michael Collins. He dedicated his life to service, including as a astronaut and here at the Department, where he served as Assistant Secretary of State for Public Affairs. 's legacy of space diplomacy will be remembered.

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  5. Retweeted
    Apr 28

    “Exploration is not a choice, really; it’s an imperative.” We are heartbroken to share that Astronaut Michael Collins (), the command module pilot of the historic Apollo 11 mission to the Moon, has passed away at the age of 90.

    Command Module pilot Michael Collins practices in the CM simulator on June 19, 1969, at Kennedy Space Center.
    The American flag heralded the launch of Apollo 11, the first Lunar landing mission, on July 16, 1969.
    New York City welcomes the Apollo 11 crew in a ticker tape parade down Broadway and Park Avenue.
    Astronaut Michael Collins aboard his spacecraft during the Gemini X mission.
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  6. May 11

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  7. Retweeted
    Apr 28

    As the Command Module Pilot for Apollo 11 and the first director of , Michael Collins inspired generations of space lovers. His appreciation of beauty and his legacy of spaceflight advocacy will live on in those he inspired. Godspeed, Mike. You will be missed.

    View of astronaut Michael Collins working with sextant camera prior to the launch of the Gemini 10 mission.
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  8. May 7

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  9. Retweeted
    Apr 28

    Michael Collins' humility is captured in the Apollo 11 mission patch. He designed it to represent the thousands who worked toward a lunar landing, not just the astronauts, and it remains one of the only NASA mission patches without the names of the crew.

    Apollo 11 mission patch
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  10. May 5

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  11. Retweeted
    Apr 28

    We mourn the passing of Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins, who piloted humanity’s first voyage to the surface of another world. An advocate for exploration, inspired generations and his legacy propels us further into the cosmos:

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  12. May 3

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  13. May 2

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  14. May 2

    Over the next few days, we will share some of the beautiful tributes that have been created to honor the Michael Collins legacy. Thank you again for all your love and support. - Kate & Ann Collins 🎨: Michael Collins | Tranquility Base II

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  15. May 2

    Thank you to everyone for your kind words, tributes and for sharing your favorite memories of Dad. We have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support.

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  16. Apr 29

    Thank you so much for your love and support for Michael Collins. Please take a moment to read his obituary and remember his legacy.

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  17. Apr 28

    Photo 1: Kat Vinson Photo 2: One of our all time favorite photos thanks to

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  18. Apr 28

    Family Statement on Passing of Astronaut Michael Collins

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  19. Apr 23

    You’ve seen the - Now I want to celebrate what the world looks like through your windows. Snap a picture of your favorite view and use the tag ! Let’s celebrate the beauty in the world around us.

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  20. Apr 22

    Way to go!

    Another huge first: converting CO2 into oxygen on Mars. Working off the land with what’s already here, my MOXIE instrument has shown it can be done! Future explorers will need to generate oxygen for rocket fuel and for breathing on the Red Planet.
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