William E. Thornton

United States of AmericaDECEASEDGovernment1983–1985

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William E. Thornton is a former astronaut from National Aeronautics and Space Administration. 2 spaceflights.

BIOGRAPHY

William Edgar Thornton is a former NASA astronaut.

PERSONAL DETAILS

NationalityUnited States of America

BornApril 14, 1929

DiedJanuary 14, 2020

AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration

TypeGovernment

StatusDeceased

First FlightAugust 30, 1983

Last FlightApril 29, 1985

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