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How the Challenger Tragedy Gripped the Nation: A 'Perfect Storm' of Events

Twenty-five years ago Friday, the space shuttle carrying seven astronauts, including teacher Christa McAuliffe, disintegrated before our eyes. Few events have so shaken our country.
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Twenty five years ago this morning ...

US Politics / Conservative : Wizbang (2 years ago)

May God rest the souls of the seven brave astronauts who gave their lives aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger. Read Post

The Challenger Disaster 25 Years On (Picture Essay of the Day)

Odd : Britannica Blog (2 years ago)

On Jan. 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger disappeared in torrent of flame just 73 seconds after liftoff, at an altitude of 46,000 feet. Lost in the explosion were the lives of seven astronauts, including Christa McAuliffe, a te... Read Post

National Tragedy Demands Real Response

US Politics / Liberal : BlueNC (3 years ago)

One of my first real memories of tragedy was when the space shuttle Challenger exploded. My entire school was cheering on teacher Christa McAuliffe, and when the shuttle blew up in midair, I remember standing with my sobbing classma... Read Post


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