Artemis II crew speaks out after splashdown on Earth

CBS News
April 13, 2026
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The Artemis II crew successfully returned to Earth after a historic flight around the Moon.

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The Artemis II crew has spoken out following their successful splashdown in the Pacific Ocean after a historic flight to the Moon. This marks the completion of their mission, which saw the crew travel around the Moon before returning to Earth. The successful return of the Artemis II mission represents a significant milestone in NASA's efforts to establish a long-term human presence on and around the Moon. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reported on the crew's reactions to their journey.

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