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Space Shuttle Challenger Disaster

The Space Shuttle Challenger disaster led to a national tragedy, resulting in the loss of seven crew members and prompting a re-evaluation of safety and accountability in human spaceflight.

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What memorials or tributes exist for the Challenger crew and how are they remembered?

The seven members of the crew have been commemorated by a wide array of national, local and institutional memorials — from the granite Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial at to plaques, sculptures, park...