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Apollo 11 blastoff marks start of lunar mission
The Apollo 11 launch from Cape Kennedy Florida sent astronauts Neil Armstrong Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins toward the Moon. Officials said the flight was so accurate they skipped a planned course adjustment. A record crowd gathered at beaches and resorts to witness the historic liftoff.
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Cape Kennedy
Fla
Neil A. Armstrong
Edwin E
Buzz" Aldrin, Jr
Michael Collins