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Charles Bolden, born on August 19, 1946, is an American astronaut and test pilot originally from Columbia, South Carolina. He holds United States citizenship and is primarily known for his role as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Hubble Space Telescope.
Bolden attended several academic institutions throughout his career, including the United States Naval Academy, University of Southern California, USC Viterbi School of Engineering, and the United States Naval Test Pilot School.
As an accomplished aviation professional, Charles Bolden has received numerous awards and distinctions like the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Defense Superior Service Medal. He has also been recognized with the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the NASA Outstanding Leadership Medal, and the NASA Exceptional Service Medal. Some of the other accolades include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, the Nierenberg Prize for Science in the Public Interest, and the Marine Corps Recruiting Ribbon.
