I believe certainly that we can launch both "Space Craft" and various other objects into the earths outermost atmosphere. To go outside of that I rather believe is such a challenge it makes me speculate as to if what we have been told via our media is true, as one is suddenly subjecting anyncraft made to such a force.... Well, let me give an example of this force. Jump into an aircraft, reach 1000 mph and dive into the sea. It is that kind of force you are playing with here just to leave the earths upper atmosphere. Dont believe me? Well, let's approach the same idea in reverse. Some very large formations of rock and ice hit our outer atmosphere each year and the majority get so broken up that it is rare to find fragments on the earth. We all know it takes some huge rock for just a small piece survive to hit the earths surface. Now both ice and rock are normally quite solid objects. The remains that have been found have been very solid fragments, only a fraction of their original size.
Now think what that would do to a man made space craft!
Let's also consider the delicate satalites. They have to be within the outer part of the earths atmosphere or they would be flying off into space. They need to be at a height which enables them to stay in position and yet not get torn apart by the forces up there. A very clever achievement to do that with such delicate objects isn't it?
I write this not just with the question if mankind has entered space or not, but to consider why we would want to? Is it genuinely right that vast amounts of tax payers money is spent on such challenging projects when in ones own country a lack of employment means that so many are living in difficult conditions that their survival is at risk? Wouldn't the money raised be better spent on those that need a help up?
Wouldn't righting wrongs and helping those in a mess make this earth a more attractive place then attempting to reach another planet to populate it with the few richest people?
Another theory comes to mind. What space programs could really be funding. A cover up for long range missiles, bullets, and various advanced aircraft. One could be developing war machines under the guise of peace? Such terms as a country that has entered the "Space Race" could mean something different. Another term... The big secret nuclear arms race.... Is this more of a cover for the more advanced versions of a fuel/air device and as devastating as these are, what they are portrayed to be are many times worse, hence why countries have hundreds stockpiled and not just one or two?
It is good to explore various theories. What is possible and what is not. Even if one does not find out more, it is good to have an open and questioning mind. Even if we go off track and then back to reality!
Over to you.......