Demanding Proof: The Russian Space Deception, 1961-04-24

Item — Box: 12, Folder: 1

Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_12_1_0012

Scope and Contents

The letter acknowledges the receipt of a letter expressing doubt about the Russian claim of sending a man around the world in space. The writer questions why the US has accepted this claim without confirmation from scientists and suggests demanding proof to dismantle Russian propaganda. The writer believes the claim is a deception and a hoax.

Dates

Creation: 1961-04-24

Creator

From the Collection: Kerr, Robert S. (Robert Samuel), United States Senator from Oklahoma (1949-1963); 12th Governor of Oklahoma (1943-1947), 1896-1963 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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