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The purpose of the ill-fated Challenger mission (STS-51-L) on January 28, 1986, was to deploy a communication satellite, conduct experiments, and observe Halley's Comet. However, the mission ended in tragedy when the shuttle disintegrated shortly after launch, resulting in the loss of all seven crew members.

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