Question

Why was victory in the space race so important to the United States ?

Answer 1

Explanation:

The Space Race was considered important because it showed the world which country had the best science, technology, and economic system. After World War II both the United States and the Soviet Union realized how important rocket research would be to the military.

Answer 2

Answer:

It represented the superiority of capitalism.

Explanation:

To both the United States and the Soviet Union, victory in the space race would represent the superiority of their economic system and way of life.