Behind the Scenes with the Atlantis Crew

Photographer Smiley N. Pool documents the four astronauts who will ride the last space shuttle as they get ready for their historic mission
Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle / AP

Nearing Countdown
The crew arrives in the Astrovan on their way to the launch pad, part of a dress rehearsal for launch, June 23, 2011.

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