Shenzhou-7 astronauts making final preparations for historic mission

The final stage of preparation for China's third manned space mission has begun. The Shenzhou-7 spaceship, the Long-March 2F rocket, and the escape tower were transferred to the launch pad on Saturday afternoon. The astronauts arrived one day later, ready to make history.

These six men are China's newest stars. They've been chosen for a national first.

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