Box 8a
Container
Contains 62 Collections and/or Records:
Clipping - Armstrong presenting Purdue President Hovde with a Boilermaker Pete flag that was flown aboard Gemini VIII, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 46
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 46
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1966
Certificate of Field Service Training, 32 Hour Course in Apollo Guidance and Navigation System Familiarization, June 2, 1964
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 47
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 47
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
June 2, 1964
Certificate - "Brothers of the Sun," signed by Bill Luton, circa 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 48
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 48
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
circa 1966
Certificate - Armstrong Qualified as a Delta Pilot by flying the USAF F-102 Delta Wing Supersonic Interceptor, March 29, 1956
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 49
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 49
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
March 29, 1956
Letter from Vice President, signed "Ted," thanking Armstrong for giving up his Christmas with family to appear with Bob Hope in Vietnam, along with Stafford and Cernan, dated , January 27, 1970
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 50
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 50
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
January 27, 1970
Certificate - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, names Armstrong honorary Alumnus and Tarheel, undated
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 51
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 51
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Certificate - College of Variable Stability Knowledge, duly acknowledged as a pilot extraordinaire, undated
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 52
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 52
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Certificate - United State Air Force, Successfully Completed the ADC Life Support Training Course given by 4780th Air Defense Wing (ADC), Perrin Air Force Base, Texas, Class 68-32, July 30, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 54
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 54
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 30, 1968
Two Letters from Vice President, Hubert Humphrey, December 19 and 20, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 55
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 55
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1968
Letters of thanks to Armstrong from Esther C. Goddard, April 4, 1970, and Ralph W. Yarborough, October 3, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 56
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 56
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
October 3, 1969
Telegram - Pre-formal invitation notification from the White House in regards to a black tie dinner honoring H.E. General Alfredo Stroessner, President of the Republic of Paraguay, March 13, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 57
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 57
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
March 13, 1968
Letter from Fred K. Godfrey, President Weber Aircraft in regards to Weber Boosters Club, July 10, 1968, and an "OMIAS" member certificate, May 6, 1968
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 60
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 60
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
May 6, 1968
Invitation from General Alfredo Stroessner, President of the Republic of Paraguay, 1963
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 61
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 61
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
1963
Letter from President Richard Nixon, includes signature, June 25, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 63
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 63
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
June 25, 1969
Letters from Nicaraguan Ambassador Guillermo Sevilla Sacasa and President Somoza-Debayle, August 29, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 64
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 64
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
August 29, 1969
Letter, El Jefe Del Estado Generalisimo De Los Ejercitos Nacionales, November 6, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 66
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 66
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
November 6, 1969
Letter from President Richard Nixon (signed) upon Armstrong's appointment as Chairman and a Member of the Peace Corps National Advisory Council, December 3, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 69
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 69
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
December 3, 1969
Telegram of congratulations to Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins, from the Russian Cosmonauts, July 25, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 70
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 70
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 25, 1969
Certificate - NASA Group Achievement Award, Manned Spacecraft Center, September 29, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 71
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 71
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
September 29, 1969
Certificate - NASA Group Achievement Award, Manned Spacecraft Center, Flight Crew Operations Directorate, for exceptional contributions to the Flight Crew Operations participation in the achievements of the Apollo program and man's first lunar landing on , July 20, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 72
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 72
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 20, 1969
Certificate - NASA Apollo Achievement Award, in appreciation of dedicated service to the nation as a member of the team which has advanced the nation’s capabilities in aeronautics and space and demonstrated them in many outstanding accomplishments culminating in Apollo 11's successful achievement of man’s first landing on the moon, July 20, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 73
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 73
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 20, 1969
George R. Brown, The Brown Foundation, Inc., Houston Texas, to the Purdue Board of Trustees in regards to the Brown Foundation establishing two Purdue Engineering scholarships in Armstrong's name, September 23, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Item: 74
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 74
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
September 23, 1969
Copy of letter sent by the Apollo 11 crew inviting President Nixon to an informal dinner in the crew quarters at the John F. Kennedy Space Center, July 15, 1969
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 75
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 75
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
July 15, 1969
Letter from Hanna Reitsch (?), undated
Item — Box: 8a, Item: 76
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 1, File 2, Item 76
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Correspondence related to the Gemini Program consists primarily of notes of a congratulatory nature, sent to Neil Armstrong and David Scott following the completion of Gemini VIII. Included here are not only letters and telegrams, but also memos conveying information about the travel arrangements for the friends and families of Gemini astronauts during the Gemini VIII launch.A binder (scrapbook) was part of an addition to the papers in 2016. The contents were retained as found, and...
Dates:
undated
Gemini Mission Rules, Gemini VIII, Revision A, February 21, 1966
Item — Box: 8a, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSA 5, Series 1, Sub-Series 4, Sub-Group 2, File 1, Item 4
Scope and Contents
From the Sub-Group:
Working files related to the Gemini program consist of documents detailing the spacecraft and equipment used by Gemini astronauts in most of the Gemini missions under the heading "Systems." Following these technical documents are coursework and memos related to the training undertaken by Neil Armstrong for his part in Gemini missions under the heading "Training." Memos, working documents, internal notes, and reports which detail the planning of specific Gemini missions, particularly Gemini VII,...
Dates:
February 21, 1966