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Pete Conrad

Pete Conrad was an American astronaut and Navy pilot, best known for being the third person to walk on the Moon during NASA’s Apollo 12 mission in 1969. A skilled engineer and test pilot, he was known for his friendly personality and sense of humor. Conrad's expertise helped advance space exploration, and he also flew on space shuttle missions. His contributions made him a key figure in NASA’s efforts to explore beyond Earth, inspiring future generations of scientists, engineers, and explorers.