First Black Astronaut was in Cold War Spy Program

[NewFlyBoy]

Please see story of Major Robert Lawrence, UASF:

https://narratively.com/first-black-astronaut-americas-secret-outer-space-spy-program/

[zenlizard]

Interesting story; thanks for the spot, Bill.

[OldGuy59]

What could have been...


"Aviation in itself is not inherently dangerous. But to an even greater degree than the sea, it is terribly unforgiving of any carelessness, incapacity or neglect."
Captain Alfred Gilmer 'Lamps' Lamplugh, British Aviation Insurance Group, London. circa early 1930’s.

[Teaticket]

Thanks for another interesting story Bill.