First American to orbit Earth Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, October 30, 2006 · 38-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, October 30, 2006.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 30, 2006 · 38-Down · 5 letters
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made the first orbital rocket-powered flight by a United States astronaut in 1962; later in United States Senate (1921-)
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