Astronauts born on July 18

Take a focused look at the astronauts born on July 18. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

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  • John Glenn
    1921 John Glenn

    John Glenn was an American astronaut, aviator, engineer, and United States senator, best known for being the first American to orbit the Earth and later serving for over two decades in the U.S. Senate. [bio]

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