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Sputnik 2

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A small machine went to space. It was called Sputnik 2.

Photograph of Sputnik 2 taken from Patrick AFB in March 1958.jpg
Photograph of Sputnik 2 taken from Patrick AFB in March 1958.jpg
A dog named Laika went inside. She was the first animal in space. This helped us learn about the stars. Do you like dogs?

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