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James Irwin Quotes

The Earth reminded us of a Christmas tree ornament hanging in the blackness of space. As we got farther and farther away it diminished in size. Finally it shrank to the size of a marble, the most beautiful marble you can imagine.
James Irwin

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Author Details:
Type:
Astronaut Quotes
Category:
American Astronaut Quotes
Date of Birth:
March 17, 1930
Date of Death:
August 8, 1991
Nationality:
American
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