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Catch a Falling Star

Retired General Bruce Carlson, Director, National Reconnaissance Office speaks to attendees of the plaque dedication ceremony commemorating the 50th anniversary of the "Catch a Falling Star" mission Aug. 19 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii. The 6549th Test Group and 6593rd Test Squadron were responsible for the recovery of re-entry capsules in support of the National Reconnaissance Office's Corona program. (U.S. Air Force photo by David D. Underwood, Jr.)

PHOTO BY: David D. Underwood, Jr.
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