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William R. Pogue

American astronaut (1930-2014)

  • Fame56.1
  • Momentum10.0
  • Wikipedia6.7K
Source-basedFalling
Lived 1930–2014, aged 84United States
United States flagUnited States
  • Wikipedia
    32 languages
    Cross-language footprint
  • Era
    1930–2014
    Aged 84
  • Awards
    3
    recognised works
Summary
Updated 2026-06-20

William Reid Pogue was an American astronaut and pilot who served in the United States Air Force (USAF) as a fighter pilot and test pilot, and reached the rank of colonel. He was also a teacher, public speaker and author.

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56.1
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Score components
Momentum10.0
Historical20.8
Source confidence70.0
Completeness60.0
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