The unsung hero of Apollo 11. Armstrong and Aldrin got most of the glory but Collins’ contribution to the success of the mission was fully the equal of theirs if not more so by providing them with the ride home. In spite of being third banana, he handled it like the true gentleman he was by never uttering a single bitter word publicly. He truly had the right stuff!
I had the pleasure of working for him when I filled in as receptionist at the Air and Space Museum one summer. He was incredibly nice and humble. RIP to a true hero.
oldpine52 almost 3 years ago
RIP
Templo S.U.D. almost 3 years ago
Now all that’s left is Aldrin.
me_the_polish_gull almost 3 years ago
Rest in Peace, Mr. Collins.
Bill D. Kat Premium Member almost 3 years ago
The unsung hero of Apollo 11. Armstrong and Aldrin got most of the glory but Collins’ contribution to the success of the mission was fully the equal of theirs if not more so by providing them with the ride home. In spite of being third banana, he handled it like the true gentleman he was by never uttering a single bitter word publicly. He truly had the right stuff!
Doug K almost 3 years ago
Salute!
RonnieAThompson Premium Member almost 3 years ago
RIP Michael Collins. You are a true American Hero.
Deezlebird almost 3 years ago
I had the pleasure of working for him when I filled in as receptionist at the Air and Space Museum one summer. He was incredibly nice and humble. RIP to a true hero.
raybarb44 almost 3 years ago
On his way to the ultimate heights…….
Pedmar Premium Member almost 3 years ago
The first three men on the moon had the same initials — A, A, C — as the first three men in the Bible: Adam, Abel, Cain.
adoragem123 almost 3 years ago
I did a report about apollo 11 in the 4th grade