Cassini Mission to Saturn

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• Cassini roars into space
First step in a long journey October 15, 1997
• Countdown resumes for controversial Cassini launch October 14, 1997
• Cassini launch postponed
High winds, technical troubles cause delay October 13, 1997
• Final countdown to Cassini liftoff is on October 12, 1997
• Countdown on track for Cassini launch
Protesters hold vigil at White House October 12, 1997