Yuri Gagarin
| 1934-03-09 - 1968-03-27 |
Yuri Gagarin (1934–1968) was a Soviet pilot and cosmonaut who became the first person to journey into outer space. Launched from Baikonur on Vostok 1 on 12 April 1961, he completed one orbit of Earth in 108 minutes, becoming an international celebrity and receiving the title Hero of the Soviet Union.
