Charles Moss Duke Jr., a celebrated American individual, embarked on a remarkable odyssey on October 3, 1935, which would ultimately culminate in his historic moonwalk. As a prominent astronaut, respected United States Air Force (USAF) officer, and accomplished test pilot, Duke's exceptional qualifications provided the foundation for his prestigious appointment as the Lunar Module pilot of Apollo 16 in 1972.
The historic Apollo 16 mission marked a significant milestone in the illustrious career of Duke, catapulting him to the prestigious position of the 10th and youngest individual to set foot on the lunar surface, an astonishing achievement that he accomplished at the tender age of 36 years and 201 days.
