http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/...87O0B020120825
From the NASA press office -
I'm not old enough to remember the moon landing - I was sitting on my mum's lap gurgling (as 3-month olds are wont to do) while she watched the televised events, and made a token effort to keep me facing generally towards the TV set. So, I saw it, I just don't remember it. However, even taking that into account, and the fact that I'm from a different country, I still grew up feeling that Armstrong was one of the greatest heroes who ever lived. A true legend.
From the NASA press office -
Statement from Neil Armstrong's family on the event of his passing:
"We are heartbroken to share the news that Neil Armstrong has passed
away following complications resulting from cardiovascular
procedures.
Neil was our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Neil Armstrong was also a reluctant American hero who always believed
he was just doing his job. He served his Nation proudly, as a navy
fighter pilot, test pilot, and astronaut. He also found success back
home in his native Ohio in business and academia, and became a
community leader in Cincinnati.
He remained an advocate of aviation and exploration throughout his
life and never lost his boyhood wonder of these pursuits.
As much as Neil cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the
expressions of good will from people around the world and from all
walks of life.
While we mourn the loss of a very good man, we also celebrate his
remarkable life and hope that it serves as an example to young people
around the world to work hard to make their dreams come true, to be
willing to explore and push the limits, and to selflessly serve a
cause greater than themselves.
For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple
request. Honor his example of service, accomplishment and modesty,
and the next time you walk outside on a clear night and see the moon
smiling down at you, think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink."
"We are heartbroken to share the news that Neil Armstrong has passed
away following complications resulting from cardiovascular
procedures.
Neil was our loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Neil Armstrong was also a reluctant American hero who always believed
he was just doing his job. He served his Nation proudly, as a navy
fighter pilot, test pilot, and astronaut. He also found success back
home in his native Ohio in business and academia, and became a
community leader in Cincinnati.
He remained an advocate of aviation and exploration throughout his
life and never lost his boyhood wonder of these pursuits.
As much as Neil cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the
expressions of good will from people around the world and from all
walks of life.
While we mourn the loss of a very good man, we also celebrate his
remarkable life and hope that it serves as an example to young people
around the world to work hard to make their dreams come true, to be
willing to explore and push the limits, and to selflessly serve a
cause greater than themselves.
For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple
request. Honor his example of service, accomplishment and modesty,
and the next time you walk outside on a clear night and see the moon
smiling down at you, think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink."
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