See Photos From All 10 Days of NASA’s Artemis II Moon Mission

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by The New York Times
April 10, 2026
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NASA's Artemis II Moon Mission astronauts completed a 10-day lunar flyby, a significant step in returning humans to the Moon.

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The astronauts of NASA’s Artemis II Moon Mission have completed a 10-day lunar flyby mission, achieving what the report describes as "the near impossible." This mission represents a significant step in NASA's efforts to return humans to the Moon. The story provides a visual record of these accomplishments, featuring photos from each of the ten days. This documentation offers the public a comprehensive look at the mission's progress and success.

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