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What are facts about Edwin armstong?

You're likely thinking of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon. There's no widely recognized figure named Edwin Armstrong in the context of space exploration.

Here are some facts about Neil Armstrong:

* Born: August 5, 1930, in Wapakoneta, Ohio

* Occupation: Astronaut, test pilot, aerospace engineer

* Apollo 11 Mission: Commander of the Apollo 11 mission, which landed on the moon on July 20, 1969.

* First Words on the Moon: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."

* Military Service: Served in the Korean War as a naval aviator

* Education: Bachelor's degree in aeronautical engineering from Purdue University, Master's degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Southern California

* Other Notable Accomplishments: He flew X-15 rocket planes, reaching speeds over Mach 5, and played a key role in developing the Gemini spacecraft.

* Legacy: Neil Armstrong's historic lunar landing and his famous quote are iconic symbols of human achievement and scientific progress.

* Death: August 25, 2012, at the age of 82.

Let me know if you have any other questions about Neil Armstrong or space exploration.

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