On This Day In Space: Oct. 3, 1942: 1st successful test launch of the German A4 rocket (AKA the V-2)
The V-2 was designed by the famous German rocket scientist Wernher von Braun
The Countries Capable of Launching Space Rockets (infographic)
Asian rocket programs are actually among the oldest active programs in the world
India “accidentally” fired a rocket at Pakistan (photo)
India said a "technical glitch" caused the launch during routine maintenance