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Neil Armstrong - Neil reported for work at High-Speed Flight Station

Time: Monday Jul 11, 1955

Place: Edwards Air Force Base, California, U.S.

Details: Armstrong's stint at Cleveland lasted only a couple of months before a position at the High-Speed Flight Station became available, and he reported for work there on July 11, 1955.

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On This Day - 11 July

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July 1955

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