Patricia Sharman
British chemist who became the first Briton in space
1963 — present
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Profession
British chemist who became the first Briton in space
Born
May 30, 1963
Age
~63 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronaut, chemist, Research Cosmonaut
United KingdomBorn in Sheffield
1963
Born in Sheffield (1963-05-30)
Present
Age ~63
About
Helen Patricia Sharman is a British chemist and cosmonaut who became the first British person, first Western European woman and first privately funded woman in space, as well as the first woman to visit the Mir space station, in May 1991.
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Who is Patricia Sharman?+
Helen Patricia Sharman is a British chemist and cosmonaut who became the first British person, first Western European woman and first privately funded woman in space, as well as the first woman to visit the Mir space station, in May 1991.
What does the name Patricia mean?+
The name Patricia means "A female given name from Latin.. Etymology: From noble; later also seen as the feminine form of the saint's name Patrick.". It is of English origin.
When was Patricia Sharman born?+
Patricia Sharman was born on May 30, 1963.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Latin.. Etymology: From noble; later also seen as the feminine form of the saint's name Patrick.
The name Patricia is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Latin.. Etymology: From noble; later also seen as the feminine form of the saint's name Patrick.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Patricia — May 30, 1963
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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