Which country was Powers flying over when shot down?
China
Cuba
Soviet Union
East Germany
Answer
The Soviet Union shot down Francis Gary Powers' U-2 spy plane while he was flying over its territory on a mission to gather intelligence. The incident occurred in May 1960 and caused significant tension between the United States and the Soviet Union, as it highlighted the risks associated with espionage activities during the Cold War.
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