Wernher von Braun (German-American)

Wernher von Braun was a German-born aerospace engineer who played a pivotal role in developing rocket technology. During World War II, he contributed to the Nazi V-2 missile program. After the war, he moved to the United States and became a leading figure at NASA, where he helped design and build the Saturn V rocket that enabled humans to land on the Moon. Von Braun is recognized for his technical expertise and significant contributions to space exploration, bridging German engineering methods with American space efforts. His work laid the foundation for modern space travel, despite complex moral considerations surrounding his wartime activities.