Box 26

Scope and Contents The first sub-series, Articles and Speeches, contains published articles written by and interviews with Eugene Cernan in which he reflects upon his experiences as an astronaut, as well as the Apollo program. Also included is a transcript of speeches by various astronauts, including Cernan, from a 20th anniversary celebration for Apollo held at the NASA Johnson Space Center in July, 1989, as well as drafts of Cernan's eulogy for Neil Armstrong, delivered at Armstrong's memorial service on...

Scope and Contents This sub-series contains research materials and records pertaining to the production of Eugene Cernan's autobiography, The Last Man on the Moon, co-written with Don Davis. Included are Cernan's personal research files, comprised of numerous records from Cernan's service in the United States Navy and as an astronaut. Cernan compiled these materials in the process of researching and writing, The Last Man on the Moon, and they have been retained in the order received. In particular,...

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Includes Cernan's personal research for The Last Man on the Moon.

Scope and Contents Includes, application for Naval officer candidate training, March 3, 1952 and January 22, 1953; Cernan's selection letter for astronaut training October 16, 1963; officer photograph submission sheet, June 2, 1965; distinguished service medal certificate awarded to Cernan, June 20, 1969,(copy); and letter to Cernan from Admiral J.L. Holloway, concerning post-Apollo Naval flight service, December 8, 1975.Also includes are Navy medical examinations, personal history statements,...

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Includes telegrams from Cernan's family, friends and colleagues, including former Purdue classmates and FIJIs.

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Includes two telegrams to and from the U.S.S. Princeton, and the clippings include a newspaper photo of Mrs. Cernan and daughter Tracey watching liftoff; newspaper photo of Cernan's mom, Rose, and sister; and a newspaper photo of Cernan, "Chicago area astronaut."

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Two clippings, one of Tracey Cernan with Nassau Bay chief of police, Jess Young; and article, "Apollo blast seen by Naked eye," from Waco News-Tribune.

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The transcripts describe some of the problems faced by Apollo X, including undocking maneuvers.

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Includes the article, "Air Turns Blue as Astronauts Blow 'Cool' Image," includes newspaper photograph of the three Apollo 10 astronaut's wives.

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Includes program from event, Dress Rehearsal for Moon Landing, Honoring Apollo 10 Crew, Testimonial, June 29, 1969; The Secret Service newsletter, "Astronauts honored by Secret Service," June 1969; along with numerous newspaper clippings related to Apollo 10.

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All of these clippings were grouped together with the attached note, "Gene, Here are some news items that you and your team mates will enjoy. Good luck, Hal"