# Cosmos 529
**Wikidata**: [Q12753886](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753886)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-529

## Summary
Cosmos 529 was a Soviet military communications satellite launched on November 1, 1972, as part of the Strela-1M satellite series. It was launched from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132 using a Kosmos-3M rocket and served as part of the Soviet Union's secure communications infrastructure.

## Key Facts
- Launch date: November 1, 1972
- COSPAR ID: 1972-087B
- Satellite class: Strela-1M
- Launch vehicle: Kosmos-3M rocket
- Launch site: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132
- Launch time: 02:08:00
- Serial number: 06264
- Wikipedia language versions: 3 (mk, sh, sr)
- Site link count: 3

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 529?
A: Cosmos 529 was a Strela-1M military communications satellite designed to provide secure communications for Soviet government and military operations, enabling secure messaging across the Soviet Union.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 529 launched?
A: Cosmos 529 was launched on November 1, 1972, at 02:08:00 from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132 using a Kosmos-3M rocket.

### Q: How does Cosmos 529 relate to other Cosmos satellites?
A: Cosmos 529 specifically belongs to the Strela-1M class of military communications satellites, which is a specialized subset of the broader Cosmos satellite program that included satellites for various purposes like scientific research and Earth observation.

### Q: What is the significance of the COSPAR ID 1972-087B?
A: The COSPAR ID uniquely identifies this satellite in space objects registry, where "1972" indicates the launch year, "087" is the sequential launch number, and "B" identifies it as the second object from that launch.

### Q: How many language versions of Wikipedia exist for Cosmos 529?
A: There are three Wikipedia language versions available: Macedonian (mk), Serbo-Croatian (sh), and Serbian (sr).

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 529 represents a crucial component of Soviet military communications infrastructure during the Cold War era. As part of the Strela-1M constellation, it enabled secure command and control capabilities across the Soviet Union, particularly in remote areas where traditional communication infrastructure was inadequate or vulnerable. These satellites played a vital role in national security operations and demonstrated the growing sophistication of Soviet space capabilities. The Strela system's continued operation through multiple satellite launches highlights the importance of space-based communications in modern military strategy and the broader context of the space race between superpowers.

## Notable For
- Being a member of the Strela-1M class, which provided secure store-and-forward communications
- Launching on November 1, 1972, as part of a dedicated military communications mission
- Launching from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132 using a Kosmos-3M rocket
- Having the international designation COSPAR ID 1972-087B in the space objects registry
- Having limited digital presence with only 3 Wikipedia language versions available

## Body
### Basic Information
Cosmos 529 was a Soviet military communications satellite belonging to the Strela-1M class. The satellite was officially designated with the serial number 06264 and was also known as Kosmos 529 in some references.

### Mission Parameters
- Launch date: November 1, 1972
- Launch time: 02:08:00
- Launch site: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 132
- Launch vehicle: Kosmos-3M rocket
- International identifier: COSPAR ID 1972-087B

### Technical Classification
- Satellite class: Strela-1M
- Purpose: Military communications
- Country of origin: Soviet Union
- Program affiliation: Cosmos satellite program

### Digital Presence
Cosmos 529 has a limited digital presence with only 3 Wikipedia language versions available (Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian), and 3 total site links across different platforms.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report