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Creola Katherine Coleman was born on August 26, 1918 in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia to parents Joylette R Lowe and Joshua McKinley Coleman. From an early age, she showed exceptional mathematical abilities. She graduated summa cum laude with degrees in Mathematics and French from West Virginia University in 1937.
Katherine started her career as a teacher and later joined NASA's predecessor, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), in 1953. Her early work involved performing complex mathematical calculations for aeronautical research.
Johnson's precise calculations were critical to the success of several spaceflights, including Alan Shepard's first human spaceflight in 1961 and John Glenn's orbital mission in 1962. Her work involved trajectory analysis, orbital calculations, and ensuring the accuracy of space missions.
Johnson's contributions extended to the Mercury and Apollo programs, where her mathematical expertise played a crucial role in planning and executing space missions. Her calculations were fundamental to the success of the moon landing in 1969.
Johnson continued to work for NASA during the Space Shuttle era, contributing her mathematical skills to various shuttle flights.
In 2015, Katherine Johnson was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions to the field of space exploration.
In recognition of her achievements, Katherine Johnson received honorary degrees, including a Doctor of Science and Technology from Old Dominion University. NASA also honored her by naming a building at the Langley Research Center after her.
She passed away on February 24, 2020 at the age of 101, leaving behind a lasting impact on space exploration and equality in STEM fields.
Creola Johnson was born on January 10, 1905, and died at age 74 years old in January 1979. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Creola Johnson.
Creola Johnson of New Orleans, Orleans County, Louisiana was born on February 17, 1907, and died at age 80 years old in July 1987.
Creola Johnson of Memphis, Shelby County, TN was born on January 2, 1927, and died at age 73 years old on June 17, 2000.
Creola Johnson of Tylertown, Walthall County, Mississippi was born on June 15, 1920, and died at age 64 years old in December 1984.
Creola Johnson of Sarasota, Sarasota County, FL was born on September 26, 1925, and died at age 70 years old on October 21, 1995.
Creola Johnson of Selma, Dallas County, AL was born on October 13, 1904, and died at age 97 years old on March 11, 2002.
Creola Johnson of Tyler, Lowndes County, AL was born on June 13, 1922, and died at age 84 years old on July 20, 2006.
Creola Johnson of Fort Pierce, Saint Lucie County, FL was born on August 15, 1939, and died at age 60 years old on March 16, 2000.
Creola Johnson of Apopka, Orange County, FL was born on July 1, 1902, and died at age 89 years old on July 2, 1991.
Creola Johnson of West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, California was born on February 14, 1914, and died at age 65 years old in September 1979.
Creola Johnson of Scotts, Iredell County, North Carolina was born on June 28, 1904, and died at age 73 years old in May 1978.
Creola I Johnson of Danville, Danville City County, VA was born on September 24, 1927, and died at age 64 years old on November 1, 1991.
Creola Johnson of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA was born on November 2, 1923, and died at age 82 years old on April 25, 2006.
Creola Johnson of Clifton, Passaic County, NJ was born on July 25, 1923, and died at age 63 years old in June 1987.
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