August 19, 1960 - The Soviet Union launches Sputnik V into orbit - TopicsExpress



          

August 19, 1960 - The Soviet Union launches Sputnik V into orbit on this date. On board are two dogs (Belka and Strelka), along with 2 unnamed rats and 40 mice. The menagerie is recovered safely the next day from the landing capsule. The two rats were later appointed wardens of gulags in Siberia. Belka entered politics and nearly became Soviet Premier in the late 60s, unfortunately he developed mange and had to retire from public life. Strelka enjoyed a long career on Russian TV, appearing in such classics as, I Love Lenin and 14s Company. Scandal ruined his later career when doctored photos appeared of Strelka humping the leg of Gore Vidal.
Posted on: Tue, 19 Aug 2014 12:14:16 +0000

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