Which spaceflight award did Jack Swigert receive posthumously?
Congressional Space Medal of Honor
Silver Snoopy Award
Space Flight Medal
Distinguished Flying Cross
Answer
The Congressional Space Medal of Honor, the highest spaceflight award bestowed by the United States, was presented posthumously to astronaut Jack Swigert in recognition of his exceptional heroism and contribution to the success of the Apollo 13 mission, despite facing life-threatening challenges during the mission.
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