T. KEITH GLENNAN

BIRTH AND DEATH

Birth: 9/8/1905     Death: 4/11/1995

OCCUPATION

scientist

BIOGRAPHY SUMMARY

Thomas Keith Glennan was the first Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, serving from August 19, 1958 to January 20, 1961.

NOTABLE WORK

WHY THEY MATTER

T. Keith Glennan was intellectually unique for his vision and leadership in establishing NASA as the pioneering agency for space exploration in the United States. His role as the first Administrator set the foundation for the agency's groundbreaking achievements in space science and technology during a crucial period of aerospace innovation. Glennan's strategic guidance and commitment to scientific progress were instrumental in shaping NASA's early successes and shaping the future of space exploration.

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