Chen Dong First from Shenzhou-20 Exits Return Capsule
Chen Dong became the first Shenzhou-20 astronaut to exit the Shenzhou-21 spaceship’s return capsule after it touched down on Earth early Friday, highlighting China’s latest space milestone.
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