James Oberg
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James Edward Oberg (born November 7, 1944) is an American space journalist and historian, regarded as an expert on the Russian and Chinese space programs.[1][2] He had a 22-year career as a space engineer in NASA specializing in orbital rendezvous. Oberg is an author of ten books and more than a thousand articles on space flight. He gave many explanations of UFO phenomena in the popular press. He is also a consultant in spaceflight operations and safety.
James Oberg | |
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 Oberg at the Johnson Space Center in 1978 | |
| Born | November 7, 1944 New York City, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | Ohio Wesleyan University, B.A. mathematics, 1966; Northwestern University, M.S. applied mathematics (astrodynamics), 1969; |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, historian, author |
| Spouse | Alcestis (married 1969–present) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | See #Awards |
| Website | www |