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The Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, a metal sphere the size of a beach ball, into orbit.
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Who
Soviet Union, Congress
What
The Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, a metal sphere the size of a beach ball, into orbit.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:15:26 GMT · 2h 6m ago
Where
Orbit ·
Why
The launch triggered severe panic across the United States.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The panic caused by the Sputnik 1 launch led to Congress pouring federal money into programs within a year.
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