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The U.S. reaction to the launch of Sputnik by the Soviet Union in October 1957 was one of shock and concern, as it marked the beginning of the space race and highlighted perceived technological and military superiority of the USSR. The event prompted a sense of urgency in American education and scientific research, leading to increased funding for science and technology, including the establishment of NASA in 1958. It also fueled fears of Soviet espionage and the potential for nuclear missile delivery systems, prompting a reevaluation of U.S. defense strategies.
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Why was sputnik such an important event?
The US got jealous
What was the US Government's reaction towards conscientious objectors during the Vietnam war?
Once engaged on a war, no way to come back.
Why was there not a sputnik 4?
Because the Sputnik program ended with Sputnik 3. Albeit there was a Sputnik 40 and 41 but these were to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Sputnik 1.
What was the significance space race between the us and Soviet union?
Launching of Sputnik
What did the Soviet Union do that led the US to establish NASA?
Launched the first satellite- Sputnik.
Did the US know about Sputnik before it launched?
Sputnik came as a surprise, the US did not know about it in advance.
Why did sputnik humiliate the US?
Sputnik didn't humiliate the US; it triggered the space race and heightened Cold War tensions.
Sputnik launch by US?
Nyet.
Why did sputnik create such a panic in America?
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.
Why was sputnik such an important event?
The US got jealous
Which country launched the sputnik to begin a space race with the US?
The USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) -- Russia launched Sputnik
Who was the leader during sputnik?
Dwight Eisenhower was the US President.
When did US launched Sputnik into outer space?
we didn't the USSR did
How did the US respond to the successes of sputnik 1 and 2?
We cried.
What was the US reaction to Sputnick?
The launch of Sputnik made many Americans a little upset that their all time rivals had beaten them into space. There were numerous comics and television shows calling that generation of Americans the beat generation.
What was the name of the satellite with the dog that the US launched in 1957?
Sputnik 2.
What agency did the US government form in response to the launch of Sputnik?
NASA
