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by caution 1880 days ago
Statements on Passing of Michael Collins.

https://www.nasa.gov/press-release/statements-on-passing-of-...

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"As pilot of the Apollo 11 command module – some called him ‘the loneliest man in history’ – while his colleagues walked on the Moon for the first time, he helped our nation achieve a defining milestone."

In a way it was a bit disappointing. But it was also a big, huge responsibility. Remember, if something went wrong with the Eagle, he was going to return alone to Earth.

Extra disappointing after going through helicopter pilot training to be certified to fly the lunar lander.