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Wernher von Braun - German and later American aerospace engineer and space architect (1912–1977)

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Later Years and Death (1972-1977)

This timeline covers von Braun's post-NASA career, his efforts to promote space exploration, his health struggles, and his death.
Vice President for Engineering and Development at Fairchild Industries
1972
After leaving NASA, von Braun joined Fairchild Industries, an aerospace company, as Vice President for Engineering and Development. He worked on various projects related to space technology and energy.
Continued advocacy for space exploration
1970s
Von Braun continued to advocate for space exploration, writing articles, giving speeches, and appearing on television to promote the benefits of space technology and the importance of future missions.
Retirement from Fairchild Industries
1976
Von Braun retired from Fairchild Industries, due to declining health. He had been diagnosed with kidney cancer.
Death in Alexandria, Virginia
June 16, 1977
Wernher von Braun died in Alexandria, Virginia, at the age of 65. His death marked the end of an era in space exploration.

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