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John Glenn: A Life of Service chronicles an American hero dedicated to public service.

The Great Depression shaped John Glenn's outlook on the positive aspects of government.
John Glenn: A Life of Service chronicles an American hero dedicated to public service.
With the help of his wife, Annie, John Glenn managed to stay humble through the years.
John Glenn: A Life of Service chronicles an American hero, born in Ohio, who dedicated himself to a life of duty and public service. From war pilot, to the first American to orbit the Earth to his days in the Senate, it shows the pivotal moments of a man who put country before self.
Extras
Former colleagues of John Glenn in the U.S. Senate discuss his humbleness while in office
John Glenn returns to space 36 years after his one-and-only space flight.
A stirring speech about his dangerous service helped John Glenn get to the U.S. Senate.
The path leading to John Glenn's space flight brought delays and concern.
PBS NewsHour Political Analyst Mark Shields Discusses John Glenn's presidential qualities.
A fierce air war throughout the Korean War made John Glenn the target of enemy guns.
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