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    American astronaut (1930-1991)

    James Benson Irwinwas an American astronaut, aeronautical engineer, test pilot, and a United States Air Force pilot. He served as Lunar Module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth human lunar landing.

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    About the James Irwin

    James Benson Irwinwas an American astronaut, aeronautical engineer, test pilot, and a United States Air Force pilot. He served as Lunar Module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth human lunar landing. He was the 8th person to walk on the Moon.

    2 Quotes by James Irwin

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      The Earth reminded us of a Christmas tree ornament hanging in the blackness of space. As we got farther and farther away it diminished in size. Finally it shrank to the size of a marble, the most beautiful marble you can imagine.

      James Irwin

      American astronaut (1930-1991)

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      I felt the power of God as I’d never felt it before.

      James Irwin

      American astronaut (1930-1991)