Pogue WilliamE Vedic birth chart profile
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Pogue WilliamE

January 23, 1930 · Okemah, Oklahoma
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Capricorn
Ascendant
Aries
Nakshatra
Anuradha
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Current Dasha · Rahu / Venus / Venus · Feb 2026 – Aug 2026
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Biography

Who is Pogue WilliamE?

American astronaut, selected by NASA in April 1966. Pogue’s only assignment was as Command Module Pilot on Skylab 4, the final manned flight. On 11/16/1973, he went into space and spent 84 days orbiting Earth. He is the author of "How Do You Go to the Bathroom in Space?" The son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Pogue, he attended Oklahoma Baptist University in 1951 and received a Bachelor of Science degree in education. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and received his commission one year later. He served a two-year combat tour during the Korean War, completing his service in 1954, and from 1955-57, he was a member of the Thunderbirds, the Air Force’s precision flying team. Pogue earned his Master of Science in mathematics in 1960 and worked as an assistant professor in the mathematics department at the Air Force Academy. Prior to his selection by NASA, he was an instructor at the Air Force Research Pilot School. Pogue was the recipient of numerous awards and honors including the NASA Distinguished Service Medal, 1974, the JSC Superior Achievement Award, 1970, the National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Commendation Medal. He retired from NASA, as well as the Air Force with the rank of Colonel, in 1975 (1977?). On 10/04/1997, he was inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame. He is married to the former Jean A. Baird, and they have three children, William R. (9/05/1953), Layne S. (6/09/1955) and Thomas R. (9/12/1957). In his spare time, he enjoys gardening and studies Biblical history. He plays paddleball and handball and runs to keep fit. Link to Wikipedia biography
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William Reid Pogue (January 23, 1930 – December 3, 2014)

American astronaut, United States Air Force officer and pilot, best known for his role as pilot on the Skylab 4 mission.

Public profile at a glance

  • Birth: January 23, 1930, Okemah, Oklahoma, United States
  • Death: December 3, 2014
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupations: U.S. Air Force officer, test pilot, NASA astronaut
  • NASA selection: 1963 (Astronaut Group 3)
  • Spaceflight: Skylab 4 (pilot) with mission duration about 84 days

Notable career and achievements

Selected by NASA as an astronaut in 1963. He flew on Skylab 4, the final mission of the Skylab program, which launched on November 16, 1973 and concluded on February 8, 1974. The crew conducted long-duration experiments across life sciences, solar astronomy, Earth observations, and materials processing, contributing to NASA''s understanding of sustained human spaceflight.

News and public records

Public coverage highlights his 2014 passing and archival NASA materials about Skylab 4. Reputable sources include NASA biographies and aerospace history outlets documenting his role in the Skylab program.

Public profiles and social media

There are no verified personal social media accounts for William R. Pogue. Public information about him appears on official NASA biography pages and on Wikipedia and other aerospace history resources. NASA and science outlets occasionally post retrospectives about Skylab 4 that mention him.

Recent projects

As a historical figure, there are no contemporary projects. His legacy resides in spaceflight history, NASA archival material, and educational resources about Skylab 4.

Selected references

Which Raj Yogas are in Pogue WilliamE's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Pogue WilliamE's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Budhaditya Yoga-Weak.

Planetary Combinations

Which dasha is Pogue WilliamE running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Pogue WilliamE is currently in the Rahu mahadasha, running from Feb 27, 2026 to Aug 27, 2026.

PREVIOUSJan 4, 2026 - Feb 27, 2026
Rahu / Ketu / Mercury
NOWFeb 27, 2026 - Aug 27, 2026
Rahu / Venus / Venus
NEXTAug 27, 2026 - Oct 21, 2026
Rahu / Venus / Sun

What do Pogue WilliamE's numerology numbers say?

Pogue WilliamE's core numbers are Kabbalah Number 4, Life Path 1, Destiny 8, Soul Urge 8, Personality 9, Birth 5.

Kabbalah Number
4

Kabbalah Number 4 reflects an inner spiritual code of structure and stability. It supports discipline, grounded effort, and dependable progress.

Life Path
1

Chaldean Life Path 1 is the path of the Sun—independence, initiative, and leadership. It indicates self-made growth and lessons in confident direction.

Destiny
8

Chaldean Destiny 8 indicates executive expression and authority. It supports business, finance, leadership, and achievement through discipline.

Soul Urge
8

Chaldean Soul 8 desires achievement and influence. It seeks measurable success, respect, and mastery over material outcomes.

Personality
9

Chaldean Personality 9 appears compassionate and broad-minded. Others often see generosity, ideals, and humanitarian nature.

Birth
5

Explore Birth Number 5 in Vedic astrology: personality traits, career paths, and lucky indicators for adaptable, freedom-loving individuals seeking destiny clues.

Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1951
Social
Joined group 1951 (U.S. Air Force)
1953
Family
Change in family responsibilities 5 September 1953 (Son William born)
1954
Social
Left group 1954 (Completed his service)
1955
Career
New Job 1955 (Flew with the Thunderbirds, three years)
1955
Family
Change in family responsibilities 9 June 1955 (Daughter Layne born)
1957
Family
Change in family responsibilities 12 September 1957 (Son Thomas born)
1960
Social
End a program of study 1960 (Masters of Science degree)
1966
Career
Gain social status April 1966 (Selected in the NASA program)
1970
Career
Prize 1970 (JSC Superior Achievement Award)
1973
Career
Begin Major Project 16 November 1973 (Orbited the earth for 84 days)
1974
Career
Prize 1974 (Distinguished Service Medal, NASA)
1997
Career
Prize 4 October 1997 (Inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame)
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