Soviet Lander Spotted by Mars Orbiter - 0 views
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On May 28, 1971, the Soviet Union launched the Mars 3 mission which
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consisted of an orbiter and lander destined for the Red Planet. Just over six months later on December 2, 1971, Mars 3 arrived at Mars
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The Mars 3 descent module separated from the orbiter and several hours later entered the Martian atmosphere, descending to the surface via a series of parachutes and retrorockets
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