The Space Race

1957-10-04

The Soviet Union launches the first artificial satellite, Sputnik 1, into space.

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John F. Kennedy

US President

John F. Kennedy was the President of the United States during the Space Race. His vision of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to Earth before the end of the 1960s led to the Apollo program.

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Nikita Khrushchev

Soviet Leader

Nikita Khrushchev was the leader of the Soviet Union during the Space Race. He approved the launch of Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite, which marked a significant milestone in space exploration.

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Wernher von Braun

Rocket Scientist

Wernher von Braun was a German-American rocket scientist who played a crucial role in the development of rocket technology during the Space Race. He was instrumental in the creation of the Saturn V rocket used in the Apollo missions.

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