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| May 8, 1961 in History |
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Event: Alan Shepard receives NASA Distinguished Service Medal, Washington |
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Alan distinguished medal NASA receives Service Shepard Washington Related Year: 1961 Related Events: May 8 Related Quotes: Alan Shepard |
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