First Belgian Space Station Commander11 October 2009
Becomes the first Belgian and first ESA astronaut to command the station.
Historical person
Frank De Winne Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Frank De Winne, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Belgium.
2 records2009–20092 events1 places
Chronological biography
2009
ISS Expedition Commander11 October 2009
Assumes command of the International Space Station during Expedition 21.
Titles and roles
Astronaut
Record provenance
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