Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, passed away yesterday.

Some relevant videos:

Apollo 11: Prelaunch Press Conference / EVA Training (1969)

Landing of the Apollo 11 lunar module

“One small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind”

Armstrong’s message of thanks after leaving the moon surface

BBC interview with Neil Armstrong from 1970

60 Minutes interview

The Bottom Line Interview (posted previously)

I also highly recommend the HBO series From the Earth to the Moon (I’ve got it on DVD), the part about the Eagle landing is available online.

The Big Picture: Remembering Apollo 11.

Statement from his family:

“For those who may ask what they can do to honor Neil, we have a simple request. Honor his example of service, accomplishment and modesty, and the next time you walk outside on a clear night and see the moon smiling down at you, think of Neil Armstrong and give him a wink.”

Links via MetaFilter: Man on the moon, which is worth reading in its entirety because lots of people share their memories of the Apollo 11 mission and Neil Armstrong.