30 September 1950 – The International Astronautical Federation (IAF) was founded in 1951, when scientists from the field of space research gathered in an attempt to ensure a constant dialogue between the space nations, regardless of political turmoil. In its early years, the Federation and its annual International Astronautical Congresses – better known as the
Thomas Rhea Fussell passed away at his home in Alamogordo, New Mexico, with his loving wife, Karin Fussell, at his side. He was the father to Tom Fussell, Ron Fussell, Gabriel Fussell, Jessica Fussell, Jeffrey Fussell, and Justin Fussell, and grandfather to six grandchildren, Jillian, Jeffrey Jr., Madeleine, Caylin, Addison, and Dylan, all of whom […]
Thomas R. Fussell (LtCol USAF, Ret) “Headed West” November 7, 2018 Read More »
“The passing of a warrior. He met the challenge of keeping America safe.” Major General Gordon Williams “Headed West” November 22, 2018. Gordon “Gordy” Williams, was a command pilot with more than 4000+ flying hours in numerous Air Force and Navy aircraft including the F-100, F-4 Phantom. A-7 Corsair II, A-8, F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and A-10 Thunderbolt
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Major General Kenneth E. Staten passed away suddenly on his Fayette farm on November 7, 2018. He was 79 years old. Kenneth Eugene Staten was born in Manhattan, KS, July 13, 1939, the son of Wilbur Joseph and Elnore Belle (Hays) Staten. In the wheat fields of Kansas, Ken discovered his two passions: farming and
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