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Astronaut Application and Pre-Flight Assignments - Contents of folder [B-1: Dryden folder NASA] , includes acceptance letter from the astronaut program signed by Robert Gilruth, circa September 1962

 Item — Box: 4, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 2, File 1, Item 4

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

The astronaut application, orientation, and training materials document Neil Armstrong's transition from being a research test pilot to a member of the "New Nine" group of astronauts recruited for the upcoming Gemini program. The sub-series included Armstrong's application to NASA's astronaut program, as well as the associated correspondence and correspondence related to his last days as a research test pilot. In addition to the application materials, documents concerning the initial orientation and training regimen undertaken by astronauts entering NASA's space-flight program can be found. These materials include schedules and actual coursework completed in October and November of 1962, prior to Armstrong'’s flight assignments.

Dates

  • Creation: circa September 1962

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Collection material is primarily in English. Russian and Korean is also present.

Access Information

Collection is open for scholarly research. A 48 hours notice and consultation with the Flight Archivist is required to access the collection.  Portions of the collection are restricted per donor restrictions and third party privacy.

Extent

From the Sub-Series: 0.727 Cubic Feet (Two letter-size full-width manuscript boxes)

Repository Details

Part of the Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Repository

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