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This Day in History November 3, 1957

By Ruth on November 3, 2013 in history, science, space, space travel
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Dogs in space

Today’s feature is fairly bittersweet.  On  this date in 1957, Laika became the first dog in space.  She was launched by the Soviets in Sputnik 2, and she was provided with enough food and water to last for ten days.  Her trip was to be a one-way trip.  Nothing was known about what happens when one reenters the atmosphere.  It was assumed that the vessel would burn up.  Therefore, the plan was to feed the dog poisoned food before that could happen. However, Laika expired in space due to heat and stress.  From what I understand, the matter of her death has been controversial at best.  As you can imagine, animal rights activists all over the place were up in arms about this dog’s sacrifice.  On the plus side, she paved the way for many other successful animal missions to and from space.

For more  information:

http://history1900s.about.com/od/1950s/p/laikathedog.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laika

http://famousdaily.com/history/soviet-union-launches-first-animal-into-space.html

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.

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  1. Christie Cottage November 3, 2013 Reply

    That is just sad 🙁

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