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James Irwin

American astronaut (1930-1991).

Born March 17th, 1930 in Pittsburgh.

Died August 8th, 1991 at 61 years old in Glenwood Springs (myocardial infarction).

Occupations
aerospace engineer, aircraft pilot, astronaut, military officer
Wikipedia

Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What a Ride! Hunter S. Thompson