When did the public become aware of Sergei Korolev's identity?
During his time at the Soviet Space Program
After his arrest
When he joined Soviet Academy of Sciences
After his death in 1966
Answer
Sergei Korolev was a Soviet rocket scientist who was head of the Soviet space program during the Cold War. He was responsible for the launch of Sputnik, the first artificial satellite to orbit the Earth, and the first human spaceflight, Vostok 1. His identity was kept secret from the public for most of his career, and he was known only by his code name "Chief Designer".
The Space Pioneer: Unveiling the Legacy of Sergei Korolev
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