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Sputnik: The October Surprise |
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The successful launch of Sputnik rocketed the Soviets and the United States into the space race. Search the following Web sites to research the launch of Sputnik and the early days of the space race. Then write a newspaper editorial that discusses the Soviet accomplishment and urges public and government support for the U.S. space program |
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Read More About It |
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Sputnik and the Dawn of the Space Age
This Web site has extensive information on Sputnik and the space race. It includes history, biographies, audio clips of the satellite, and a variety of images.
Web site by: NASA |
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The Beep Heard Round the World
Explore this look at the launch of Sputnik by the USSR and the reaction here at home.
Web site by: Scientific American |
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Space Race
Explore this online exhibit from the National Air and Space Museum about the space race.
Web site by: National Air and Space Museum |
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Sputnik
Click here to learn about the vehicle that started it all.
Web site by: National Air and Space Museum |
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