Birthdate: May 1, 1925
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Boulder
Died: October 10, 2013
Malcolm Scott Carpenter was a highly accomplished American professional with a diverse range of expertise. He served as a naval officer, aviator, test pilot, aeronautical engineer, astronaut, and aquanaut. Beginning his career in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and the Cold War, Carpenter later transitioned to become a test pilot. He was chosen as one of the Mercury Seven astronauts for NASA’s Project Mercury, where he successfully orbited the Earth. Additionally, Carpenter played a vital role in the U.S. Navy SEALAB project as an aquanaut, making significant contributions to both space exploration and underwater research.
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