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How long did White's historic spacewalk last?

  • 12 minutes

  • 36 minutes

  • 15 minutes

  • 23 minutes

Answer

The historic spacewalk lasted 23 minutes, marking a significant milestone in human space exploration. It allowed White to become the first American to perform an extravehicular activity (EVA) during the Gemini 4 mission. During this spacewalk, White floated freely outside the spacecraft, tethered to the spacecraft by an umbilical cord, performing essential tasks and capturing stunning photographs of Earth.
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