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Sally Ride

Born on May 26, 1951

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The 76th anniversary falls on May 26, 2027, in 214 days.

Sally Kristen Ride (May 26, 1951 – July 23, 2012) was an American astronaut and physicist. Born in Southern California, she joined NASA in 1978, and in 1983, became the first American woman and the third woman to fly in space.

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