Rick D. Husband

Rick D. Husband was an American astronaut and engineer who served as the commander of NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia during the STS-107 mission in 2003. He was dedicated to space exploration and leadership, but tragically, he and his crew lost their lives when the Columbia disintegrated during reentry into Earth's atmosphere. Husband's legacy includes his contributions to science, technology, and inspiring future generations in the field of space exploration.