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HCONRES 102 112th Congress House Science, Technology, Communications Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Members of Congress Ohio Senate Space flight and exploration

Commemorating and praising the Honorable John Glenn on the 50th anniversary of his historic orbital space flight.

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Recognizes the 50th anniversary of John Glenn's historic orbital space flight with Project Mercury aboard Friendship 7 on February 20, 1962.

Honors and praises John Glenn on the occasion of this anniversary and for his lifetime of service.

Acknowledges and affirms that John Glenn, pilot, astronaut, soldier, Senator, and statesman, has faithfully served Ohio and the nation in war and peace and is truly and will always remain a U.S. hero.

What's happening now February 16, 2012

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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