On November 3, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2, carrying Laika, a stray dog from Moscow — the first living creature ever sent into orbit.
Laika’s mission proved that life could survive spaceflight, paving the way for human space exploration. Although she did not return, her flight marked a turning point in the history of space science and remains one of its most poignant milestones.
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🚀 68 Years Since the First Life Reached Orbit
On November 3, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2, carrying Laika, a stray dog from Moscow — the first living creature ever sent into orbit.
Laika’s mission proved that life could survive spaceflight, paving the way for human space exploration. Although she did not return, her flight marked a turning point in the history of space science and remains one of its most poignant milestones.
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