Space Race/Arms Race

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The Space Race After World War II drew to a close in the mid-20th century, a new conflict began. Known as the Cold War, this battle pitted the world’s two great powers–the

The start of the Space Race (article) | Khan AcademyLearn about the launch of Sputnik and the establishment of NASA.

Atomic fears and the arms race (article) | Khan AcademyRead about the impact of nuclear proliferation in the 1950s, including fears of atomic bombs and increasing militarization.

Arms RaceAn arms race occurs when two or more countries increase the size and quality of military resources to gain military and political superiority over one another.

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Space Race and Olympic Games