Let's make this birthday one to remember.

72 years old (Born on August 17, 1952)

Happy Birthday, Thomas! Celebrating the first Warrant Officer of the U.S. Army and Department of Defense to boldly go where no warrant officer had gone before—space! Your incredible journey aboard Space Shuttle Atlantis (STS-44) remains an inspiration, proving that even warrant officers can defy gravity when duty calls.

Your remarkable achievements continue to inspire countless individuals who dream big and aim high. May your birthday be filled with laughter, joy, and zero-gravity cake—just remember to hold onto your candles tightly this time!

Here's wishing you another orbit around the sun filled with adventure, success, and plenty of cosmic humor.