Slice of History - Royal Visitors and Foreign Dignitaries at JPL

Throughout history, various foreign dignitaries, royals, and international VIPs have traveled from around the globe to witness the fantastic work of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. This collection of photos spotlights just a few of the significant visitors the lab has hosted over the years.

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