Credit: Dr. Mae C. Jemison in aircraft from Blerds. Dr. Mae C. Jemison, an extraordinary figure in the realms of science and space exploration, has inspired countless individuals with her groundbreaking achievements and relentless perseverance. As the first African American woman to travel in space, Dr. Jemison's journey is marked by triumphs and struggles that have shaped her legacy. Early Life and Education Born on October 17, 1956, in Decatur, Alabama, Mae Carol Jemison mo