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The Apollo 11 astronauts are released from a three-week quarantine following their liftoff from the Moon.

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Apollo 11

First crewed Moon landing (1969)

Apollo 11 was a spaceflight conducted from July 16 to 24, 1969, by the United States and launched by NASA. It marked the first time that humans landed on the Moon. Commander Neil Armstrong and Lunar Module pilot Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on July 20, 1969, at…
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Quarantine

Epidemiological intervention to prevent disease transmission

A quarantine is a restriction on the movement of people, animals, and goods which is intended to prevent the spread of disease or pests. It is often used in connection to disease and illness, preventing the movement of those who may have been exposed to a communicable disease,…
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August 11

Day of the year

August 11 is the 223rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 142 days remain until the end of the year.
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