The International Geophysical Year (IGY) was established by President Dwight Eisenhower as a result of influence from the international science community to build and launch a man-made satellite into space. This event marked the beginning of the space race.
The International Geophysical Year (IGY) was established by President Dwight Eisenhower as a result of influence from the international science community to build and launch a man-made satellite into space. This event marked the beginning of the space race.
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