About
The first African American astronaut, though he died tragically before traveling to space.
Before Fame
He was a pilot in the U.S. Air Force.
Trivia
He died in the crash of a F-104 Starfighter at Edwards Air Force Base.
Family Life
He was married to Barbara Cress.
Associated With
He was the first African American astronaut, though Guion Bluford was the first African American in space.
