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Buzz Aldrin

Buzz Aldrin is an American astronaut and engineer, best known for being the second person to walk on the Moon during NASA's Apollo 11 mission in 1969, shortly after Neil Armstrong. Born on January 20, 1930, he is also a veteran fighter pilot who served in the Korean War. Aldrin has a doctorate in astronautics and has contributed to space exploration through his writing and advocacy for future missions. Beyond his lunar accomplishments, he is a prominent figure in promoting science and technology education, as well as space travel for future generations.