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
James E. (Jim) Kelm, USAF (Ret) Colonel, went to be with the Lord and his wife of 58 years, Connie, on July 18, 2024, at the age of 92. Jim was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to Fred and Kay Kelm on January 6, 1932. The family moved to Oklahoma City in 1946, where Jim […]
James E. Kelm, Col USAF, Ret., “Headed West” on July 18, 2024 Read More »
“Born and raised in North Dakota, son of a Polish immigrant railroad station agent and a German-Irish farm girl, Jack benefited from the Roman Catholic beliefs of his parents and the rural values of America. He never heard of West Point until his senior year of high school, and he sought an appointment simply because
Jack P. Bujalski, Col USAF, Ret., “Headed West” on June 4, 2024. Read More »
We were recently notified by Rita Countryman of the passing of her husband. William Earl Countryman, age 90, of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. After serving in the USAF, Earl Taught College and High School Physics in Florida for 14 years. He sailed the waters of the Gulf Coast in
William “Earl” Countryman, LtCol USAF, Ret., “Headed West” on July 10, 2024. Read More »