Description: (The First and Only Czechoslovak to Go in Space)
Vladimír Remek is a Czech politician, diplomat, former cosmonaut, and military pilot known for his historic flight aboard Soyuz 28 as the first Czechoslovak in space. He holds the distinction of being the first astronaut from the European Union who was not from the Soviet Union or the United States. Remek has served as a member of the European Parliament for the Communist Party of Bohemia and Moravia and also as the Czech Ambassador to Russia, showcasing his diverse career in politics, space exploration, and international diplomacy.