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Dr. Buzz Aldrin
@TheRealBuzz
Apollo XI Astronaut, Moonwalker; Gemini12; West Point; USAF Brig Gen; Korean War Vet; MIT ScD; Human SpaceFlight Inst Founder; Advancing concepts to reach Mars.
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50 years ago today, Neil Armstrong, Mike Collins and I launched into space on a mission of enormous importance. God bless the 400,000 Americans who helped us get to the moon and back. Together, we Americans can do anything! Never forget July 16, 1969! #Apollo50
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On my 93rd birthday & the day I will also be honored by Living Legends of Aviation I am pleased to announce that my longtime love Dr. Anca Faur & I have tied the knot.We were joined in holy matrimony in a small private ceremony in Los Angeles & are as excited as eloping teenagers
Looking back, landing on the moon wasn’t just our job, it was a historic opportunity to prove to the world America’s can-do spirit. I’m proud to serve the country that gave me this historic opportunity. Today belongs to you. We must hold the memory of #Apollo11 close. #Apollo50th
Dear Mike,
Wherever you have been or will be, you will always have the Fire to Carry us deftly to new heights and to the future. We will miss you. May you Rest In Peace. #Apollo11
Today is a special day.
When asked for my birth date, I chuckle and say 1-20-30.
Now, after circling the sun for 90 years, today is 1-2020. I came into this world in NJ on 1-20-30, and my mother was Marion Moon Aldrin and my father Edwin Aldrin.
Here’s to 1-2025!
47 years ago I submitted my travel voucher reimbursement for my trip to the moon. #Apollo11
47 years ago today Neil, Mike & I took a ride on a big rocket to the moon.
Liftoff on #Apollo11
48 years ago today 3 lucky guys were on a journey to be the first humans to land on the moon. #Apollo11
Today, America put the big question to rest: We got there first. We landed on the moon with 250 million Americans watching our backs. The truth is: That mission belongs to all of them, and to future generations of Americans who dream to reach the moon once more. #Apollo50th
It occurred to me that I got to see quite a few solar eclipses. Every time we orbited into the shadow of the moon. #Apollo11 #eclipse2017
Every morning, I rise and hoist my American flag on my balcony. Old Glory serves as a welcome reminder that we're always striving to become a more perfect union. Today and every day, let us remember all the men and women who've fought valiantly to defend it. #flagday2020
Just had an excellent meeting with President Donald Trump! We discussed America’s future in space, ways to address space challenges, and the need to keep exploring beyond the horizon. Keep America Great in Space!! #Apollo50 #ApolloXI buzzaldrin.com
When Neil took this pic of me it was very spontaneous. He said "stop right there" & I turned. You can see the motion of the strap #Apollo11
God bless #QueenElizabeth, a gracious leader, lady, and our host on return from the moon. On behalf of the Apollo 11 crew, Godspeed and God bless the Royal Family. Sincere condolences.
Do you think I'll make it into one of @ArianaGrande songs too!?
Nostalgia came over me today when standing exactly where we launched 50 years ago at the Space Cnt on #Apollo11 to complete a mission set forth by John F. Kennedy to land man on the Moon and return him safely. I am happy to stand here today to say: Mission Completed
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Stopped by the launch pad of the Apollo 11 with @TheRealBuzz and Rick Armstrong before heading to the Kennedy Space Center on this historic day for a celebration of the American heroes who stepped foot on the Moon 50 years ago! #Apollo50th
50 years ago today we said goodbye to Sea of Tranquility, we’re ‘first on the runway,’ and lit the ascent engine for home. The American flag we planted is still there. As we look back, let’s also look ahead – and dream of another American flag on the lunar service. It’s time.
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Imagine my delight when I drove by the #WashingtonMonument and saw our rocket projected on its exterior for the #ApolloXI 50th Anniversary. #welldone Roadtoapollo.com
Imagine spending 8 days in space, including nearly 22 hours on the Moon and returning home to Earth only to have to go through customs! 😀 #Apollo11
Exactly 51 years ago, we were on our way to the Moon! There was a sense of excitement, focus, purpose and anticipation. America was on the verge of completing the “impossible.”
Exactly 50 years ago today, we were on our way to the Moon! It was an honor to work with this crew and a privilege to complete the mission of a lifetime. #ApolloXI roadtoapollo50th.org
53 years ago, we embarked on a journey of immeasurable magnitude and promise, when Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins and I launched on #Apollo11. There was risk and uncertainty, but we had the best ground support, and as a team, we successfully launched and we’re headed to the moon
I'm excited to announce today, on April 1, that I have successfully petitioned NASA to rename Uranus to something more appropriate.
When Alan Shepard said, “Let’s light this candle” I’m sure he never envisioned 91 of them! Thank you everyone for all the birthday wishes yesterday and to my Anca for making the day so special. 🚀
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I haven't worn this jacket since I returned from the moon almost 48 years ago. Still fits! #Apollo11
How is everyone spending their quarantine time? After Apollo 11, I spent mine inside a secure building, the Lunar Receiving Laboratory, for 3 weeks - writing mission reports, conducting debriefs & exercising! Show me how you’re staying safe from COVID-19. #StayingSafeWithBuzz
As we approach tomorrow’s moon landing anniversary, I reflect on our approaching the Moon 50 years ago. There was a sense of excitement, anticipation, focus, and purpose. This was it - America was going to accomplish the “impossible”. #Apollo50 #ApolloXI roadtoapollo50th.com
It took 3 days to get to the moon, 3 to get back. 50 years ago today, we were ready to come home, looking forward to splashdown. What we did not know was that unity on Earth from the landing was probably the big event. In a sense, while out there, we missed it! #apollo11
I applied to be a Rhodes Scholar twice and was turned down. How different my life would have been. Sometimes failures lead to great success.
Congratulations to and launch! The World is inspired by the recent entrepreneurial, exceptional, tireless efforts for the furtherance of Human SpaceFlight. I am with you in thoughts and spirit.
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53 years ago today, NASA formally announced Neil Armstrong, Mike Collins, and I as the prime crew for our nation's inaugural lunar landing. It was an tremendous privilege to join my crewmates on the mission of a lifetime. I will never forget this special moment. #Apollo11
Someone said "science never looked cooler" - what do you think?
How is that #InaugurationDay Day always competes with my Birthday! Today I’m 91 sweeps around the Sun, and living a good, healthy life.
Happy 50th anniversary to the launch of the Apollo 10 mission! This mission was the second to orbit the Moon, and made our Moon landing two months later possible. I’ve always loved their call signs – Snoopy and Charlie Brown!
I salute the American flag, those who have sacrificed their lives for it and those who protect it. “If You Don’t Stand for Something, You’ll Fall for Anything”. #HappyFourthOfJuly
Splashdown! #OTD 50 years ago, we completed our journey back home - it sure felt good to be greeted by smiling faces and a life raft! #Apollo50th
Returning from the moon was the ultimate homecoming. We had checklists to follow, but we knew where they led – home. Neil and Mike were great crew-mates, Neil a great commander. On this #Apollo50th, we salute him too, and will never forget his leadership. #Apollo11
July 20, 1969, the world witnessed one of the most important achievements in history-humans walking on the moon. Neil, Michael & I were proud to represent America as we took those giant leaps for mankind. It was a moment which united the world and America's finest hour. #Apollo11
Looks like I’ve been officially “stamped” into history!
On this day 50 years ago, Neil, Mike and I were roughly one-third of the way home, Earth growing in our window. With us, we carried moon rocks – and boundless appreciation for the Americans who were making #Apollo11’s safe return possible. Splashdown just 2 days away!
It's with sadness that we remember, 35 years ago today, the Space Shuttle Challenger crew was lost 73 seconds into flight. These astronauts made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
Imagine having to go through customs after returning from the Moon! 😁Items to declare: Moon rocks! #Apollo50th
Looking forward to tomorrow’s historic mission – it’ll be a day all Americans and space fans everywhere will never forget! T minus 1 day and counting! #LaunchAmerica
Well, I sure feel bad for whoever finds my bag 💩
My proudest moment - when I saluted the flag on the moon. Today I salute those who gave their lives for our freedom.
Did you know I took the first space selfie during Gemini 12 mission in 1966? BEST SELFIE EVER buzzaldr.in/BuzzSpaceSelfie
Saluting the American Flag on the Moon will always be one of my proudest moments. Old Glory has stood as a beacon of freedom, hope, and opportunity for over 240 years. Today and every day, let us celebrate our flag and honor our nation's heroes who've fought bravely to defend it.
Looks like the AF2 crew could use my help flying this bird! ✈️
AND WE HAVE LIFT OFF! Thank you to the 400,000+ people who ensured Neil, Mike and I lifted off for our magnificent journey 52 years ago today! #Apollo11 youtu.be/o4OBKOlgmfo
Recognizing my Apollo brother Bill Anders on his birthday. Bill's iconic image Earthrise will be remembered forever. Happy Birthday my friend!
Celebrating #EarthDay by looking back on the most incredible view of Earth I’ve ever seen – from the Moon!
We spent 21 days in quarantine after coming back from the Moon. needed to make sure that Earth was safe from possible lunar germs! Luckily, we didn't have any “Moon bugs” - We just had a case of boredom! 😄 #Apollo50th
An impressive tribute to the Apollo 11 mission! 👏Great work . I know Neil would have been proud of his home State.
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Thank you for all of the Happy Birthday wishes and heartfelt goodwill! It means a lot and I hope to continue serving a greater cause for many more revolutions around the sun!!Onward and upward and best wishes to all of you as well!
Steak & Eggs today, in the tradition .
I sure miss Neil and Mike.
#Apollo11 #52ndApollo11Anniversary #LiftOff #SaturnV
51 years ago today, we said goodbye to the Sea of Tranquility. We were 'first on the runway,' and lit the ascent engine for home. Old Glory is still there. Let’s look ahead – and dream of the next set of astronauts saluting another American flag on the lunar surface. It’s time.
The first thing I do every morning is put the American flag up on my balcony; and every night I take it down, and
properly fold and store it. It’s saddens me how few people do this anymore. #proudtoserve #mycountry #ourfreedom #usa #ifyoustandfornothingyoullfallforeverything
If you have more than 2 good friends by my age I always said consider yourself lucky. I’m happy to say I have many good friends and I am so grateful to celebrate my birthday with them tonight.
On this 20th anniversary of 9/11, we remember every parent, brother, sister, friend, and colleague that was stolen from us in the Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and in a field in Shanksville, PA. We must always honor their sacrifice and never forget them. #September11 #911Anniversary
I have 3 words to describe why this photo Neil took of me is so iconic: Location, location, location. #Apollo11
One year after the 50th anniversary of landing on the moon, I’m happy to see that America’s greatness is continuing in Space, and that our nation is embarking on the new program, Artemis, to return to the moon in the early 2020’s.
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50 years ago today, Neil Armstrong, Mike Collins and I launched into space on a mission of enormous importance. God bless the 400,000 Americans who helped us get to the moon and back. Together, we Americans can do anything! Never forget July 16, 1969! #Apollo50
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I've always said that fighter pilots have ice in their veins and are best under pressure. can still turn-and-burn with the best! He's always had His Right Stuff for 97 years! Happy birthday, my friend! 🇺🇸
Heads up, that’s no moon, it’s Jupiter! Today the solar system’s largest planet Jupiter, will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years. The gas giant will be unusually bright and large in the sky which should offer a great opportunity for viewing.
Today, we celebrate the birthday of my friend and crew-mate the late Neil Armstrong. He will always be remembered for his long and loyal service to America and we’ll never forget his words as he took those giant leaps. It was a privilege and an honor to serve with him. #Apollo11
I’ll never forget the #Apollo1 tragedy of 1967, when my friends Gus Grissom, Ed White and Roger Chaffee were lost in the capsule fire. I think of the quote ‘ad astra per aspera’ meaning “through hardships to the stars.” We remember them today, as they did not perish in vain.
It is with great sadness that we remember, 36 years ago today, the Space Shuttle Challenger crew was lost 73 seconds into flight. They were patriots in the truest sense of the word. To honor their legacy, we must never give up on our dreams of space exploration and discovery.
61 years ago today 's X-15 hypersonic aircraft made its first glide flight. The X-15 could fly at a top speed of 4,520 mph! Its 199 flights including one with my commander during Apollo 11 Neil Armstrong, marked the dawn of a new era for aeronautics research.
This is a daily ritual for me. I will always serve my country. #GodBlessAmerica
54 years ago today, we tragically lost the crew of #Apollo1 – Gus Grissom, Roger Chafee and Ed White when a launch pad fire claimed their lives. Their ultimate sacrifice made us even more determined than ever to step foot. We must never forget them.
We’ve all seen a crescent Moon, but I’m one of few people who can say they’ve seen a “crescent Earth.” That’s a sight I will never forget!
The latest addition great granddaughter with great curiosity...Kaia Nicole. Born September 22.
Take it from a man who walked on the Moon:
- Failure is always an option.
- Trust your gut…and your instruments.
- Never leave your friends behind.
- Be careful what you dream-it just might come to pass.
- Maintain your spirit of adventure. #Apollo11
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Neil was a great commander. On both his birthday, and this #Apollo50th, we salute him, and will never forget his leadership. #Apollo11
I lost one of my best friends on this day in 1967, when fire claimed the lives of the Apollo 1 crew, astronauts Gus Grissom, Roger Chaffee and my dear friend Ed White. From that moment on, we were even more determined to make it to the moon. Their deaths would not be in vain.
18 years ago today, the Columbia (STS-107) crew paid the ultimate sacrifice when the space shuttle was lost upon re-entry. They were patriots in the truest sense of the word. To honor their legacy, we must never give up on our dreams of space exploration and discovery.
Happy #IndependenceDay to the greatest country in the world – and the first to land men on the Moon almost 50 years ago! #ProudToBeAnAmerican
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It's a beautiful day for a rocket launch from my favorite launchpad. #FalconHeavy
47 years ago today Neil, Mike and I took a leisurely ride through NYC to celebrate with a few friends. #Apollo11
