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Mae Jemison
Born 1956
United States
Americas
Science
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Mae Jemison

Biography

Mae Jemison is an American engineer, physician, and former NASA astronaut. In 1992, she became the first African American woman to travel into space.

Key Achievements

  • 1

    First African American woman in space.

  • 2

    Served as a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

  • 3

    A role model for women and minorities in STEM fields.

Birth Date

October 17, 1956