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“Why are we now going into space? Well, why did we trouble to look past the next mountain? Our prime obligation to ourselves is to make the unknown known. We are on a journey to keep an appointment with whatever we are.”

Quote by Gene Roddenberry

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Gene Roddenberry

Gene Roddenberry, born on August 19, 1921, and died on October 24, 1991, was an American screenwriter. He is best known for creating the iconic science fiction television series 'Star Trek', which not only revolutionized the genre but also had a profound impact on science fiction culture worldwide. more

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