Challenger Explosion 1986

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Space Shuttle Challenger disaster remembered 39 years later

The world was shocked and saddened 39 years ago after the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy. The crewed shuttle mission for NASA ended moments after the launch with a terrible mid-air explosion on Jan. 28, 1986.

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Challenger disaster: Remembering the tragic space shuttle explosion on January 28, 1986, and its lasting impact

The Challenger disaster, which occurred on January 28, 1986, remains one of the most heartbreaking events in space exploration. The tragedy was caused by a failure in the shuttle’s solid rocket boosters,

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'Oh my God, no!' Space shuttle Challenger exploded 39 years ago

For millions, it was an event that would be seared into their memories for the rest of their lives – on par with the Kennedy assassination and 9/11.

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Who died in the Challenger explosion? NASA pays tribute to lost astronauts on 39th anniversary

On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded after it was launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida in just 73 seconds which claimed the lives of seven astronauts.

Deseret News archives: The world watched as the 1986 Challenger explosion broke our hearts

TV viewers witnessed a tragedy in the skies above Florida. America lost is favorite astronaut-teacher Christa McAuliffe.

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It’s been 39 years since the Challenger launch disaster. How cold weather contributed to the deadly flight

The anniversary of the Challenger disaster marks a cold reminder of risk and management failure along with the role weather ...

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Challenger Disaster — This Happened: January 28

As it was being watched live by millions, the Challenger space shuttle suddenly exploded 73 seconds after launch, killing ...

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Back in the Day - Hollywood Minute

Jay, Allyson, and Chelsea reflect on the tragic Challenger explosion in 1986, which Jay remembers watching live while home sick from school. Plus, Kesha drops a new song, and the Baldwin family is ...