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#272 | Apollo 13

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Apollo 13 - A Brief History

Lovell had previously flown other nassau missions, including apollo eight in 19 68. Lovell's experience and cool head would prove crucial essential later on in the mission. Pilot of apollo 13, with the role of navigator, was the 28 year old john l swiggett. Swiggett was originally only part of the back up crew. He was only chosen for apollo 13 after another member of the crew was exposed to rubella and infectious diseases. In charge of this part of the spacecraft was the 26 year old fred w hayes who had the role of lunar mogil pilot.

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