4 oct. 1957 - Sputnik
Description:
Sputnik was the first satellite to be successfully launched into space by the USSR. It circled the Earth for about three weeks before dying and disintegrating in the atmosphere. This event triggered the beginning of the space race as the US and the USSR competed to advance their space accomplishments.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
4 oct. 1957
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 68 ans