Mark Strassmann reports on the high-resolution images the Artemis II crew took as they traveled to the far side of the moon. The four astronauts are now headed back toward Earth and are expected to splash down Friday evening.
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See stunning images taken by the Artemis II crew as they looped around far side of the moon
Mark Strassmann reports on the high-resolution images the Artemis II crew took as they traveled to the far side of the moon. The four astronauts are now headed back toward Earth and are expected to splash down Friday evening.
Published April 8, 2026, 12:57 PM
Updated April 8, 2026, 2:08 PM2.2K
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