who were the astronauts on the challenger

The space shuttle Challenger (mission STS‑51L) had seven astronauts on board when it broke apart on January 28, 1986.

Here are their names and roles:

• Francis R. “Dick” Scobee – Commander
• Michael J. Smith – Pilot
• Judith A. Resnik – Mission Specialist
• Ellison S. Onizuka – Mission Specialist
• Ronald E. McNair – Mission Specialist
• Christa McAuliffe – Payload Specialist (Teacher in Space)
• Gregory Jarvis – Payload Specialist

All seven were killed in the accident shortly after liftoff, and they are often collectively referred to as the “Challenger Seven” in memorials and historical accounts.

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