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The Curiosity rover's Entry, Descent and Landing team (EDL) arrives at the post-landing press conference to cheers and celebration.

August 05, 2012

The Curiosity rover’s Entry, Descent and Landing team (EDL) arrives at the post-landing press conference to cheers and celebration.

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