Putin Praises Elon Musk, Comparing Him to Soviet Space Pioneer
Putin’s recent praise of Elon Musk, comparing him to Sergei Korolev, the father of the Soviet space program, is certainly a noteworthy event. This comparison, however, prompts a closer examination of both men and the context of this unexpected compliment. The sheer audacity of the comparison itself is striking, given the vastly different circumstances surrounding their respective achievements.
The comparison immediately highlights a stark contrast in backgrounds and journeys. Korolev, a brilliant engineer, faced persecution and imprisonment in the Soviet gulags, his health significantly compromised before being ultimately reinstated to lead the Soviet space program. This adversity, the price he paid for his genius, forms a crucial part of his legacy.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood