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“While flying with several other USAF pilots over Germany in 1957, we sighted numerous radiant flying discs above us. We couldn't tell how high they were. We couldn't get anywhere near their altitude.”

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Gordon Cooper was an American astronaut and test pilot, recognized as one of the original Mercury Seven astronauts. He made history as the first American to orbit the Earth twice, during the Faith 7 mission. Cooper's career spanned over two decades, during which he made significant contributions to the advancement of space technology and exploration. more

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