Neil Armstrong

  Introduction

Neil Armstrong has become famous in the modern world because of his contribution. Neil Armstrong is the first man in history to land at the menthe has held various positions at NASA and he has contributed a lot to the society. Most people consider Neil Armstrong a hero. This paper analyzes Neil Armstrong. The paper analyzes Neil’s bibliography, Contributions to Neil’s profession, Interesting facts, Career and contributions to the society.

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Bibliography and career

Neil Alden Armstrong was born on 5th, august, 1930 in Wapakoneta in USA. Neil Armstrong was interested in aviation from child hood. Neil worked in various careers in order to pay for his flying lessons. Neil got his student pilot license at the age of 16. After high school Neil received various scholarships from various organizations (Wetterau, 1996)[1]. He received a scholarship from the US Navy. After receiving the scholarship Neil enrolled for aeronautical engineering at Purdue University in West Lafayette. In 1949, the Navy appointed Neil to active duty. In 1950, Neil was sent to Korea. He played an important role during the Korean War. During this time, Neil worked as a naval pilot. For example, Neil flew various missions. He flew 78 missions from USS Essex in a F9F panther.

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During this time, Neil received various awards. He received several medals. For example, Neil received the Air medal. In addition to the Air medal, Neil received two gold stars (Wetterau, 1996)[2].He graduated from Purdue University in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautical engineering. In 1955, Neil Armstrong joined National advisory committee for aeronautics (NACA). During this time, Neil Armstrong served as a research pilot at NACA Lewis research center in Cleveland, Ohio. In addition, Neil served as a test pilot at NACA high speed flight station (Wetterau, 1996)[3]. He worked for various types of experimental high speed aircraft. For example, he worked for X-15.  In 1960 to 1962, Neil served as a pilot in the X-20 Dyna –solar orbital glider program (Wetterau, 1996)[4].While working as a pilot in 1962, Neil Armstrong was appointed by NASA to join the second group of NASA’s astronauts’ trainees.

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After the appointment Neil moved to El, Lagos to begin his training. Neil trained as an astronaut for four years. He trained for the Apollo program. Neil performed various roles at the training site. First, Neil served as a commander pilot for the Gemini 8(Wetterau, 1996)[5].In 1966, Neil Armstrong served as a back up command pilot. During this time, he worked for Gemini 11 mission. Moreover, Neil Armstrong worked for Apollo 8 lunar orbital as the commander of the back up crew. He used the Apollo space craft (Streissguth, 2003)[6].Also, in 1968, Neil Armstrong worked for Apollo 11 as a member. In 1969, the crew launched Apollo11. Apollo 11 went to the moon four days after being launched. The two modules separated from each other. The lunar module eagle split from the command module. The lunar module consisted of Arm strong and Aldrin (Streissguth, 2003)[7]. The module fell to the moon’s surface. Armstrong controlled the module, and piloted it way from dangerous materials like rocks, and it landed safely on the moon. Armstrong first words from the moon were “Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed”.  Neil Armstrong became the first man to land on the moon on 20^th, July 1969.

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His first words after landing on the moon were “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind”.  Armstrong and his friend came to the earth’s surface on 24^th July, 1969. From 1969 to 1971, he worked as a deputy association administrator for aeronautics at NASA headquarters. He worked in the office of advanced research and technology (Streissguth, 2003)[8].He resigned in 1971 and changed his career to teaching. He became a professor of aerospace engineering. During this time, Neil taught at the University of Cincinnati. He played various roles like teaching and carrying out research. He retired from teaching in 1979.After resigning from teaching, Armstrong became the chairman of computing technologies for aviation Inc., in Charlottesville. That was from 1982 to 1992 (Streissguth, 2003)[9].In 1986, Armstrong became the vice chairman of the presidential commission. He helped investigate the challenger space shuttle. He worked as the chairman of AIL technologies. That was from 1989 to 2002. He retired in 2002. He has a master’s degree from university of southern California in aerospace engineering. He has several honorary doctorates which he received from various universities (Streissguth, 2003)[10].

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Interesting facts about Neil Armstrong

Neil Armstrong was the first man in history to land on the moon. He developed interest in flying when he was young. Neil passion for flying began when he was two years. His father helped him a lot to achieve his dream (Bailey &Foster, 2008)[11]. His father continued to strengthen Neil’s passion. For example, Neil was taken to the national Air Race at Cleveland. His interest for planes continued to grow. His interest grew deeper when he was six years old. During this time Neil experienced his first ride on an airplane in a ford Tri – motor in warren, Ohio. Later on, Neil achieved his dream as an astronaut. He played various roles during his career time. Thus, Neil Armstrong became the first man in history to land on the moon (Bailey &Foster, 2008)[12].

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Contributions to Neil Armstrong’s professions

Several people have contributed to Neil Armstrong profession. First, Neil Armstrong received encouragement from his father to become an astronaut and professor. Neil developed interest in flying when he was two years (Hansen, 2006)[13]. His father helped him develop his passion as he took him to the national Air Race at Cleveland. Neil also experienced his first ride when he was six years. He had a chance to ride an airplane in Ford tri-motors in warren. Thus, Neil’s father contributed a lot to his profession as Neil continued to develop his passion in flying and later he achieved his dream. Apart from his father, other people helped Neil Armstrong achieve his dream. The organizations include university of south California, university of Purdue and NASA. For example, Neil received a scholarship from the US navy and he joined Purdue University for his bachelor’s degree. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in aeronautic engineering.

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Also, Purdue University helped Neil Armstrong achieve his dream as they gave him an opportunity to study in the institution. The institution has honored Neil Armstrong for his work (Hansen, 2006)[14]. NASA contributed a lot to the profession of Neil Armstrong as he played various roles in the organization. He played various roles like back up commander, pilot and an administrator. The organization shaped him well and he later achieved his dream (Hansen, 2006)[15].In addition, the University of Southern California has contributed a lot to Neil’s profession. Neil graduated with a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from the institution. He became a professor of aerospace engineering. Neil taught at the University of Cincinnati (Hansen, 2006)[16].

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Contributions to the society

Neil Armstrong contributed to the society and country at large. He was the first man to land on the moon and collect samples of the moon. He was the first man to leave his foot prints on the moon (Dixon-Engel &Jackson, 2008)[17]. After returning from the moon, Neil gave detailed information about the moon. His ideas have helped shape the space program. Neil contributed a lot to the space program and he was awarded the presidential freedom in recognition for his contribution. Neil Armstrong has also contributed to various activities in the society like the museum. Most people visit the museum to view his accomplishments. In addition, Neil Armstrong has contributed in education. Most institutions offering engineering recognize Neil Armstrong for his contribution. Neil Armstrong led to development of the Neil Armstrong award. The ward is made to recognize employees who show pioneering spirit, and personal achievements (Marsh, 1998)[18].

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Conclusion

Neil Armstrong is a hero. He was the first man to land on the moon. Neil has played various roles in the NASA. Neil served as a commander of the back up crew for Apollo 8. He also served as a member for Apollo11, back up command pilot, chairman and vice chairman for various organizations. His career as an astronaut, teacher and researcher has contributed a lot to the society. He has led to improved of the space program. Neil was the first man to land on the moon and collect information about the moon. He has also led to development of several Awards and museum. Several people have contributed to Neil Armstrong profession. Neil’s father contributed a lot to his profession. This is because Neil’s father supported Neil’s passion for flying when he was six years. This helped Neil achieve his dream and land on the moon. The university of Purdue and southern California have also contributed to Neil’s profession. NASA has contributed a lot to Neil’s profession.

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 Reference

Bailey, G., &Foster, K. (2008).Armstrong’s Rock. Crabtree Publishing Company, page 20

Dixon-Engel, T., &Jackson, M. (2008).Neil Armstrong: One Giant Leap for Mankind. Sterling Publishing Company, Inc., page 1941

Hansen, J.R. (2006).First Man: The Life of Neil A. Armstrong. Simon & Schuster, page 400

Marsh, C. (1998).Neil Armstrong: First on the Moon. Gallopade International, page 10

Streissguth, T. (2003).Neil Armstrong. Capstone Press, page 22

Wetterau, B. (1996).The Presidential Medal of Freedom: winners and their achievements. Congressional Quarterly, page 200

 [1]Wetterau, B. (1996).The Presidential Medal of Freedom: winners and their achievements. Congressional Quarterly, page 200

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