Grissom Gus Vedic birth chart profile
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Virgo Lagna

Grissom Gus

Remembering (Jan 27, 1967)

April 3, 1926 · Mitchell, Indiana
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Scorpio
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Pisces
Ascendant
Virgo
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Jyeshtha
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Historic figureTravelMilitaryPilotEngineerHazardous workLeadership RolesLife Path 7
Biography

Who is Grissom Gus?

American astronaut, one of the original seven men chosen to represent the United States in space, the second American in space on Project Mercury in 1961, and the first to maneuver a spacecraft manually from one orbital path to another. He was also the first to make two trips into outer space. He died tragically on 27 January 1967 in a flashfire aboard a grounded spacecraft during a Project Apollo flight simulation. Virgil Ivan "Gus" Grissom grew up in Mitchell, IN with two brothers and a sister and attended primary and secondary schools in Mitchell. He entered the Air Force in 1944 as an aviation cadet and was discharged in November 1945. He graduated from Purdue University in 1950 with a degree in mechanical engineering, and returned to aviation cadet training after graduation. He received his wings in March 1951. He joined the 75th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron at Presque Island, Maine, as an F-86 fighter pilot. He flew 100 combat missions in Korea, then left in June 1952 and became a jet pilot instructor at Bryan, Texas. In August 1955 he entered the Air Force Institute of Technology at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio to study aeronautical engineering. In October 1956 he attended the Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., then returned to Wright-Patterson in May 1957 as a test pilot assigned to the Fighter Branch. He was assigned to the NASA Manned Spacecraft Center in April 1959 after his selection as a Project Mercury astronaut. He had been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with cluster for service in Korea. Grissom was the pilot of the Mercury-Redstone 4 flights of the Liberty Bell 7 on 21 July 1961. He was also the command pilot on the first manned Gemini flight on 23 March 1965. He was named to the first Apollo manned flight. The shocking tragedy of his death, along with that of Edward White and Roger Chaffee occurred on 27 January 1967 at Cape Kennedy aboard a grounded spacecraft during simulation of the first Project Apollo flight. He married the former Betty Moore and had two sons. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Gus Grissom (Virgil I. "Gus" Grissom)

Born: April 3, 1926 • Mitchell, Indiana, United States

Died: January 27, 1967 • Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States

Public Biography

  • American naval aviator and NASA astronaut
  • One of NASA’s original Mercury Seven astronauts
  • First American to fly in space twice (Mercury and Gemini programs)
  • Flew Mercury-Redstone 4 (Liberty Bell 7) in 1961
  • commanded Gemini 3 in 1965, the first two-person spaceflight
  • Killed during a pre-launch test for Apollo 1 in 1967

Notable Space Missions

  • Mercury-Redstone 4 (Liberty Bell 7) — July 1961
  • Gemini 3 — March 1965 (first two-person US spaceflight)
  • Apollo 1 (AS-204) — 1967 (crew died in a ground test)

News & Public Interest

Public interest in Gus Grissom remains high due to his pivotal role in early American human spaceflight. Anniversaries of his Mercury and Gemini flights are observed by space historians, museums, and educational programs. Museums and memorials, notably the Gus Grissom Memorial in Mitchell, Indiana, preserve his legacy with exhibits about his life and flights. NASA and space-history outlets periodically reference his contributions when recounting the Mercury Seven era and the evolution of US space programs.

Public Memorials & Museums

  • Gus Grissom Memorial, Mitchell, Indiana — dedicated to his life and achievements
  • Exhibits on the Mercury Seven and early US spaceflight at national and local history venues

Social Media & Public Pages

There are no official personal social media accounts for Gus Grissom (he passed away in 1967). Public institutions and educational channels maintain pages and posts that discuss his life and the history of early spaceflight, including NASA, space museums, and commemorative organizations.

Recent Projects & Legacy

Public projects focus on preserving his legacy and educating new generations about early US spaceflight. Ongoing efforts include museum displays, archival work around Mercury and Gemini missions, and commemorative programming tied to anniversaries of his flights. Grissom’s story is frequently featured in space-history curricula and documentary material.

Note: All information reflects widely reported, publicly verifiable details about Virgil I. Grissom, a prominent figure in American space history.

Which Raj Yogas are in Grissom Gus's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Grissom Gus's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 1 challenging combination, including Budhaditya Yoga-Weak.

Planetary Combinations

Which dasha periods did Grissom Gus live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Grissom Gus, in order.

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What do Grissom Gus's numerology numbers say?

Grissom Gus's core numbers are Life Path 7, Destiny 8, Soul Urge 5, Personality 3, Kabbalah Number 3, Birth 3.

Life Path
7

Chaldean Life Path 7 is Ketu-like—analysis, mystery, and spiritual depth. It indicates learning through research, introspection, and inner truth.

Destiny
8

Chaldean Destiny 8 indicates executive expression and authority. It supports business, finance, leadership, and achievement through discipline.

Soul Urge
5

Chaldean Soul 5 desires freedom and variety. It seeks change, movement, experiences, and space to explore life.

Personality
3

Chaldean Personality 3 appears expressive, social, and creative. Others often see charm, optimism, and communication skills.

Kabbalah Number
3

Kabbalah Number 3 reflects an inner spiritual code of expression and creativity. It supports communication, inspiration, and joyful manifestation.

Birth
3

Unlock Birth Number 3 in Vedic astrology: explore personality traits, strengths, challenges, career potential, love compatibility, and life guidance via numerology.

Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1961
Career
Great Achievement 1961 (Second American in space)
1967
Death
Death by Accident 27 January 1967 (Fire on grounded spacecraft, age 40)
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