Historical Events tagged with "sub-orbital"
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First Dogs in Space: Dezik and Tsygan
Dezik and Tsygan, two Soviet space dogs, were launched into a sub-orbital flight from Kapustin Yar, making them the first dogs to journey into space. Both dogs successfully returned unharmed, marking a significant milestone in space exploration efforts undertaken by the Soviet Union. This successful mission was part of a broader campaign to test the effects of space travel on living organisms in preparation for human space exploration. The trip showcased advances in aerospace technology at the time and contributed to the understanding of biological responses to space conditions.
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