Katherine G. Johnson
Katherine G. Johnson was a pioneering African American mathematician whose calculations were critical to the success of NASA's early space missions, including John Glenn's orbital flight. Her story is prominently depicted in the film 'Hidden Figures'.
Born on Aug 26, 1918 (106 years old)
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Katherine G. Johnson was a key contributor to NASA's space program in the 1960s.
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