Nothing launched America all in to the space race with Russia like the feeling that the Communist country was kicking our butt. Most people felt we were about equal in our advancements into space until 1957 when the Russians beat us out by launching Sputnik into space as the first satellite. Here we see the iconic craft that started the space race, complete with dog in the center cockpit (according to the paper caption). Issued by the International News and stamped on the back with a full paper caption.

Size: 7x9
Designation: Vintage 1(b)
Condition: 5/5
Quality: 3.5/5
Overall Grade: 8.5/10