Wernher von Braun

Rocket engineer, space program

Modern influential 99 sayings

Sayings by Wernher von Braun

I have learned to use the word impossible with the greatest caution.

1960s — Reported in various biographies and interviews
Strange & Unusual Confirmed

My father always told me that I should try to make my hobby my profession. That's what I did.

1960s — Interview
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

We can lick gravity, but sometimes the paperwork is overwhelming.

1960s — Often attributed to him, reflecting bureaucratic frustrations
Strange & Unusual Confirmed

I'm a rocket man, not a religious man.

1960s — Reported conversation when asked about his faith
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

It is not a question of whether man will fly to the moon but when.

1950s — Public statement, advocating for space exploration
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There is no more beautiful sight to me than a rocket on a launch pad, ready to go.

1960s — Reported in interviews and biographies
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I believe that the time will come when man will be able to fly to the moon and beyond.

1950s — Early advocacy for space travel
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Science and religion are not at odds. Science is simply too young to understand.

1960s — Attributed to him, discussing his personal views
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

My mind is completely open. I don't know if there is life on other planets, but I think it's likely.

1960s — Interview about extraterrestrial life
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We must never forget that the space age has only just begun.

1970s — Speech about the future of space exploration
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The rocket will open the door to the universe.

1950s — Statement about the potential of rocket technology
Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I have always been a dreamer, but I am also a doer.

1960s — Autobiographical reflection
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The Earth is too small for our ambitions.

1960s — Argument for expanding into space
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I am convinced that the conquest of space will benefit all mankind.

1950s — Public statement, promoting space exploration
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Man belongs to the Earth, but his destiny lies in the stars.

1960s — Philosophical statement about humanity's future
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We are standing on the threshold of a new era of space travel.

1960s — Speech about the Apollo program
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I'm not interested in living in a world without space travel.

1960s — Reported in interviews
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The highest purpose of our work is to explore the unknown.

1960s — Statement on the motivation behind scientific endeavors
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Our future is in space, and it's up to us to make it happen.

1970s — Advocacy for continued investment in space exploration
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We must conquer space or we will perish.

1950s — Forceful argument for space exploration
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