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Artemis II launches successfully from Florida, marking NASA's first crewed lunar mission since 1972. The event is witnessed by large crowds and millions online, with four astronauts embarking on a historic journey around the moon. The launch inspires new generations and is seen as a major step toward future lunar and Mars missions.

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Artemis II blasts off, beginning historic moon mission

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  • Artemis II launched, sending four astronauts toward the moon 10s
  • This is NASA's first human lunar mission since 1972 42s
  • Nearly 9 million pounds of thrust propelled the crew into space 25s
  • Hundreds of thousands watched the launch in Florida 49s
  • The mission has already inspired young people to pursue space exploration 1m 9s
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