What notable rank did Stafford achieve as an astronaut?
Lieutenant Colonel
Colonel
Major
Brigadier General
Answer
Stafford achieved the rank of Brigadier General in the United States Army as an astronaut. He was commissioned as a second lieutenant in 1952 and served in the Army for 33 years, retiring in 1985. During his time in the Army, he was a test pilot, a military attaché, and an astronaut. He flew on four space missions, including Gemini 9A and Apollo 10.
Beyond the Stratosphere: Thomas P. Stafford's Astronautic Odyssey
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox