Ketchum, ID
February 25, 2022
Given what it attempted on Earth, it’s no surprise that the Soviet Union would have a natural interest in a “Red” planet.
After launching Sputnik in 1957, the Soviets sent several forays toward Mars. None were successful. But the effort spurred others, including the NASA Mariner 3 expedition, which also fell short.
After a seri…



