The correct answer is: Cold War-era competition between the
United States and the Soviet Union
The launch of Sputnik which was the first artificial Earth satellite
launched by Moscow in 1957 sparked U.S. fears of Soviet dominance in technology
and outer space. This resulted in the creation of NASA and the space race.
Because its location made it the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
Could you please provide further context?
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