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Some of you might know that I was a member of the launch team that sent Apollo 11 on its way to the moon in 1969. July of 2019 is the 50th anniversary of that momentous event. I have elected to use the occasion to reflect on one of the personal and professional implications of having participated in a major historical event.

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Apollo 11 present/past experience

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Reflections on Experiencing Apollo 11: On Trying to Outdo Yourself

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