I WONDER - Who Is Peggy Whitson?

Peggy Whitson holds the record for the most cumulative days spent in space by a NASA astronaut. She also held the record for the longest single space flight by a woman at 289 days until 2019. Additionally, Whitson was the first female commander of the International Space Station.

What is the record for the most cumulative days spent in space held by a NASA astronaut?

Who held the record for the longest single Space Flight for a woman until 2019?

How many days did Peggy Whitson spend in space for her longest single flight?

In what year did Peggy Whitson set the record for the longest single Space Flight for a woman?

What significant role did Peggy Whitson hold on the International Space Station?