Description: (Astronaut)
Richard F. Gordon, Jr. was an accomplished American naval officer, aviator, test pilot, and NASA astronaut. He made significant contributions to space exploration as the command module pilot of the Apollo 12 mission, where he orbited the Moon 45 times. Prior to this, he had also served as the pilot for the Gemini 11 mission in 1966. Gordon's career showcased his expertise in aviation and space travel, cementing his legacy as one of the few individuals to have journeyed to the Moon.