Sputnik I Satellite

Sputnik I, the first manmade satellite to orbit the Earth, was launched by the Soviets from an undisclosed location on October 4, 1957. Weighing 184 pounds, it circled the earth every 90 minutes.
Sputnik I, the first manmade satellite to orbit the Earth, was launched by the Soviets from an undisclosed location on October 4, 1957. Weighing 184 pounds, it circled the earth every 90 minutes.
Sputnik I Satellite
Get this image in a variety of framing options at Photos.com.
PURCHASE A LICENSE
How can I use this image?
$499.00
USD
Please note: images depicting historical events may contain themes, or have descriptions, that do not reflect current understanding. They are provided in a historical context. Learn more.

DETAILS

Restrictions:
Contact your local office for all commercial or promotional uses.NR
Credit:
Bettmann / Contributor
Editorial #:
514079610
Collection:
Bettmann
Date created:
October 04, 1957
Upload date:
License type:
Release info:
Not released. More information
Source:
Bettmann
Object name:
U1141941
Max file size:
2959 x 2191 px (9.86 x 7.30 in) - 300 dpi - 3 MB