William Anders

William Anders

astronaut United States

William Anders is a former NASA astronaut and engineer, best known for his iconic photograph 'Earthrise' taken during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968. This photograph became a pivotal moment in environmental awareness, showcasing Earth as a fragile blue planet in the vastness of space and inspiring a global movement toward environmental protection.

Born on Oct 17, 1933 (91 years old)

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Liechtenstein Liechtenstein: William Anders captured the iconic 'Earthrise' photo during the Apollo 8 mission, highlighting Earth's fragility. 9

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O Estado de S. Paulo (Estadão): Sueco ‘previu’ aquecimento global, mas achou que seria benéfico para humanidade; conheça a história

United States United States: The same day, Lovell’s crewmate William Anders took the iconic 'Earthrise' image of our home planet emerging from beyond the lunar horizon. 7

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CNN: Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell dead at 97

Ireland Ireland: William Anders was a crewmate of Jim Lovell on the Apollo 8 mission. 7

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Jim Lovell, commander of Apollo 13 moon mission that inspired a movie, dies at 97 – The Irish Times

Jamaica Jamaica: William Anders captured the iconic Earthrise photograph during the Apollo 8 mission. 9

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The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Parker Shabala | How art inspires action for our planet | Art & Leisure