Apollo 11 crew’s return and quarantine
Apollo 11 Crew Returns to Earth!
July 24, 1969 — The historic mission concludes with a safe splashdown.
Safe Return After the Moon Mission
After landing in the Pacific Ocean, the Apollo 11 astronauts were recovered by the USS Hornet.
Protecting Earth from Moon Germs
To prevent potential contamination, astronauts underwent a strict 21-day quarantine.
Inside the Quarantine
During quarantine, the crew was closely monitored for any signs of illness or contamination.