Russia was the first in space 60 years ago Oct 5, 2017 1:35:06 GMT -5 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by Admin on Oct 5, 2017 1:35:06 GMT -5 They kick started the race and has inspired the USA and China. On Octoberthe fourth 1957 Moscow celebrated launching the first artificial satellite in orbit.