Dick Scobee

Dick Scobee

Francis Richard "Dick" Scobee (May 19, 1939 - January 28, 1986) was an American astronaut. He was killed commanding the Space Shuttle Challenger, which suffered catastrophic booster failure during launch of the STS-51-L mission.

Read more about Dick Scobee:  Early Life, Service, Challenger, Family, Awards and Recognition

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