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The first woman in space was a Russian cosmonaut
Valentina Tereshkova was the first woman to soar through space, flying solo on Vostok 6. As a Russian cosmonaut, this was her only in-space experience. She has gone on to pursue a career in politics.
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Russia’s first woman in space Valentina Tereshkova turns 80
MOSCOW, March 6. /TASS/. Russia’s Valentina Tereshkova - the first woman in space, holder of the Hero of the Soviet Union title, first-ever lady to have been awarded the rank of Major-General ...
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Former cosmonaut Tereshkova becomes first holder of Russia’s new award, Order of Gagarin
MOSCOW, June 16. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree awarding the world's first female cosmonaut, Valentina Tereshkova, the Order of Gagarin, making her the first holder of ...