Where was Katherine Johnson born?
Los Angeles, California
White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia
Houston, Texas
Miami, Florida
Answer
Born in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, Katherine Johnson's exceptional mathematical abilities and determination led her to become a prominent figure in NASA's early space program. Notably, her calculations were critical to the success of the first manned spaceflights, including Alan Shepard's historic mission in 1961.
Breaking Barriers: The Incredible Story of Katherine Johnson
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