Jack Swigert

Command-module pilot, Apollo 13

1931-1982

Life as an astronaut: Was tapped for unlucky 13 shortly before launch when Mattingly was grounded; flew just one time

Life as a civilian: Served on a House science committee and later won a seat in Congress but died before he could serve

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