The launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union in 1957 significantly impacted the United States by igniting fears of falling behind in the space race and technological competition. It led to increased investments in education, particularly in science and mathematics, and prompted the establishment of NASA in 1958. This event also contributed to the broader context of the Cold War, heightening tensions between the two superpowers and leading to a renewed focus on military and technological advancements. Ultimately, Sputnik spurred a national commitment to innovation and space exploration in the U.S.
Observed it and found out that the amplitude of beeps from it changes because of the Doppler effect.
Sputnik came as a surprise, the US did not know about it in advance.
Sputnik didn't humiliate the US; it triggered the space race and heightened Cold War tensions.
Nyet.
If they can put a satellite in orbit they can launch a H-bomb at us too. It wasn't quite true with Sputnik 1, but it was with Sputnik 2.
The US got jealous
The USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) -- Russia launched Sputnik
Dwight Eisenhower was the US President.
We cried.
we didn't the USSR did
Sputnik 2.
NASA