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There was no precedent for such a crowd and no opportunity for a trial run.

The video gives you a very quick scenario of how much the sky darkened and how beautiful the entire event truly was.

Totality is a thrilling experience, to say the least.

In total, it's nearly a three-hour event, with just shy of two-and-a-half minutes of totality for places like Casper, which lie on the centerline of the eclipse.

Meanwhile, Casper -- which will see the greatest duration of totality -- will see the most clear skies on Monday, as will Glenrock and Douglas.

Don't forget to get your eclipse glasses beforehand, so you're prepared to safely view this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Hot Springs County Public Health has released a list of reputable manufacturers and dealers of solar viewers by the American Astronomical Society.

Most people are aware of totality when the moon completely covers the sun during a solar eclipse, but there is more to see in order to maximize your experience.