Tom P. Stafford
American astronaut (1930–2024)
1930 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
American astronaut (1930–2024)
Born
September 17, 1930
Died
2024 (age ~94)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronaut, military personnel, test pilot
United StatesBorn in WeatherfordDied in Satellite Beach
1930
Born in Weatherford (1930-09-17)
1965
AwardNASA Exceptional Service Medal
1969
PositionChief of the Astronaut Office (1969–1971)
1969
AwardNASA Distinguished Service Medal
1970
AwardPresidential Medal of Freedom
1975
AwardNASA Distinguished Service Medal
About
Thomas Patten Stafford was an American Air Force officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut, and one of 24 astronauts who flew to the Moon. He also served as Chief of the Astronaut Office from 1969 to 1971.
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Who is Tom P. Stafford?+
Thomas Patten Stafford was an American Air Force officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut, and one of 24 astronauts who flew to the Moon. He also served as Chief of the Astronaut Office from 1969 to 1971.
What does the name Tom mean?+
The name Tom means "A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.". It is of English origin.
When was Tom P. Stafford born?+
Tom P. Stafford was born on September 17, 1930.
When did Tom P. Stafford die?+
Tom P. Stafford died in 2024, at approximately 94 years of age.
Name Meaning
A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.
The name Tom is of English origin, meaning "A diminutive of the male given name Thomas, also used as a formal male given name.. Etymology: Borrowed from Tom.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
1 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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