Robert H. Goddard
Robert H. Goddard was a Human scientist of the early 20th century. 

He was a rocketry pioneer, and, in 1926, launched the first liquid propelled rocket. His accomplishment was considered vital to the birth of the space age in 1957. (, okudagram;  opening credits)

In the mirror universe, his work led to the planting of the Terran Empire flag on Luna. ( "mirror" opening credits)

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