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MSC MCC Pass William T Coleman AS-202
MSC MCC Pass William T Coleman AS-202
Acquired E-Bay
Acquired E-Bay
Date acquired 7th November 2026
Date acquired 7th November 2026
Collection # TSM304
Collection # TSM304
Col. William "Bill" T. Coleman is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, command pilot, and veteran who worked closely with NASA during the Gemini and Apollo programs.
Col. William "Bill" T. Coleman is a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, command pilot, and veteran who worked closely with NASA during the Gemini and Apollo programs.
Key Details & NASA Connection
Key Details & NASA Connection
- Military Career: He flew 155 combat missions during World War II and famously led the composite fighter flight that escorted General Douglas MacArthur's plane (Bataan One) carrying Japanese peace envoys to the Philippines for surrender negotiations.
- NASA & Space Roles: In his later Air Force career, he served as the Director of Public Affairs for the Air Force Eastern Test Range, the National Range Division, and the Department of Defense Manager for Manned Space Flight.
- Awards: He was awarded two NASA Achievement Awards for his contributions to the Gemini and Apollo space programs.
- Post-Military Work: After retiring from the military, he worked extensively in Hollywood and media, producing and directing hundreds of television news and documentary shows, including historical and aerospace-related projects.
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