First Fandom is an informal association of early, active and well-known science fiction fans.
In 1958, a number of fans at Midwestcon realized amid table-talk that they all had been active in fandom for more than 20 years.
[2] The term itself is an oblique reference to Olaf Stapledon's classic science fiction epic Last and First Men.
This award "is presented annually for contributions to the field of science fiction dating back more than 30 years.
This award "is presented for contributions to the field of science fiction dating back more than 30 years.