Today In SCV History: January 3, 2004 - NASA's Spirit Rover Lands On Mars, Key Mission Contributions From SCV Residents
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Today In SCV History: Janua
Today In SCV History: January 3, 2004 - NASA's Spirit Rover Lands On Mars, Key Mission Contributions From SCV Residents
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Today In SCV History: Janua
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 01/03/2026 9:37am
Article Summary:
"SCV Residents Play Key Roles in NASA's Spirit Rover Mars Landing on January 3, 2004"
On January 3, 2004, NASA's Spirit rover successfully landed on Mars' Gusev Crater, a historic event significantly contributed to by Santa Clarita Valley residents, including Wayne Lee and Jennifer Trosper. The rover, which was designed for a 90-day mission, exceeded expectations by operating for over six years, uncovering crucial evidence of Mars' watery past before its mission concluded in 2010.
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