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Pioneering the Stars: The Extraordinary Journey of Katherine Johnson in Space Exploration

In the annals of space exploration, one name often stands out among the countless pioneers who helped propel mankind beyond the confines of Earth’s atmosphere: Katherine Johnson. As an African American mathematician, her groundbreaking work played an integral role in America’s early ventures into manned space flight, particularly during the iconic Project Mercury. From her…

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