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Artemis II Crew Returns Home

Artemis II Crew Returns Home

NASA's Artemis II crew has arrived back at Ellington Field in Houston to thunderous applause after completing a 10-day mission that took them further from Earth than any humans in history.

Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, and Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen described the experience as 'impossibly beautiful' and noted the profound bond formed during the journey.

The mission marks the first time humans have circled the moon in over 50 years, serving as a critical test for future deep-space exploration.

The astronauts are currently undergoing medical evaluations but are reported to be in high spirits and excellent health.

Reid Wiseman Josh Valcarcel, Public domain
Reid Wiseman
American astronaut
Victor J. Glover
American astronaut
Christina Koch
American astronaut
Jeremy Hansen
New Zealand journalist
Houston
Seat of Harris County, and largest city in State of Texas, United States