# Cosmos 228
**Wikidata**: [Q1119602](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1119602)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-228

## Summary
Cosmos 228 was a Soviet spy satellite launched on June 21, 1968, as part of the Zenit 2M class. It was launched from Gagarin's Start using a Voskhod rocket and has the COSPAR identifier 1968-053A.

## Key Facts
- Cosmos 228 was a Soviet spy satellite belonging to the Zenit 2M class
- It was launched on June 21, 1968, from Gagarin's Start
- The satellite used a Voskhod launch vehicle
- Its COSPAR identifier is 1968-053A
- It has the serial number 03298
- The launch occurred at exactly 12:00:03
- It has 4 sitelinks across different language Wikipedias
- It is available in Hungarian, Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian Wikipedia articles

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 228?
A: Cosmos 228 was a Soviet spy satellite, specifically designed for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering missions as part of the Zenit 2M class.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 228 launched?
A: Cosmos 228 was launched on June 21, 1968, at exactly 12:00:03 from Gagarin's Start using a Voskhod launch vehicle.

### Q: How many languages have Wikipedia articles about Cosmos 228?
A: There are 4 Wikipedia articles about Cosmos 228 available in Hungarian, Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian.

### Q: What is the significance of the Zenit 2M class?
A: The Zenit 2M class represents a Soviet satellite series used for reconnaissance and spy missions, with Cosmos 228 being one of its members.

### Q: What is the COSPAR identifier for Cosmos 228?
A: Cosmos 228 has the COSPAR identifier 1968-053A, which is a standard designation for space objects.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 228 represents an important chapter in Cold War space reconnaissance technology as part of the Soviet Union's spy satellite program. As a member of the Zenit 2M class, it contributed to the Soviet capability for photographic reconnaissance from orbit, providing intelligence data that could be used for military and political decision-making. The success of satellites like Cosmos 228 helped establish the Soviet Union as a major player in space technology during the 1960s, demonstrating their ability to achieve complex orbital operations for strategic purposes. The mission also contributed to the broader development of satellite reconnaissance technology that would later influence both military and civilian remote sensing applications.

## Notable For
- Being one of the Soviet Zenit 2M class spy satellites used for reconnaissance
- Launching on June 21, 1968, at exactly 12:00:03 from the historic Gagarin's Start
- Having its own COSPAR identifier (1968-053A) and serial number (03298)
- Being documented in four different language Wikipedias, indicating its historical significance
- Utilizing the Voskhod launch vehicle, which was also used for crewed space missions

## Body
### Classification and Design
Cosmos 228 was classified as a Soviet spy satellite and specifically belonged to the Zenit 2M class. The Zenit 2M class represented a series of Soviet reconnaissance satellites designed for intelligence gathering from orbit. As part of this class, Cosmos 228 followed the established design parameters and operational protocols typical of Soviet spy satellites of its era.

### Launch Details
The satellite was launched on June 21, 1968, from Gagarin's Start, which is the historic launch site at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch vehicle used was the Voskhod, a Soviet rocket that was also utilized for crewed space missions. The launch occurred precisely at 12:00:03, demonstrating the Soviet space program's timing precision during that era.

### Technical Identification
Cosmos 228 has several technical identifiers that help in its documentation and tracking:
- Serial number (scn): 03298
- COSPAR identifier: 1968-053A
- Wolfram Language Entity Code: Entity["Satellite", "03298"]

### Documentation and References
The entity is documented in four different language Wikipedias: Hungarian (hu), Macedonian (mk), Serbo-Croatian (sh), and Serbian (sr), with a total of 4 sitelinks. This multilingual documentation indicates the satellite's historical significance and international interest in its mission and technical specifications.

### Related Entities
Cosmos 228 is related to several entities within the Soviet space program:
- Zenit 2M: The satellite class to which Cosmos 228 belongs, representing Soviet spy satellites
- Voskhod: Both as a launch vehicle used for the mission and as a series of Soviet crewed spacecraft
- The broader Soviet space program's reconnaissance efforts during the Cold War era

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report