, April 15 -- Four astronauts have completed a historic mission, travelling farther into space than any humans before during a 10-day journey to the Moon and back.

The NASA-led Artemis II mission followed every stage of the journey, from launch to a tense return to Earth, capturing global attention.

Before liftoff, astronauts said they usually remain calm on launch day. But for many watching, the moment was overwhelming. As the rocket blasted off from Kennedy Space Center, the intense brightness, deafening sound and powerful force created an unforgettable scene. At the top of the 98-metre rocket were four astronauts heading toward the Moon.

The crew - Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen - soon shared their fir...