The Soyuz Rocket is a family of launch vehicles developed by the Soviet Union and later used by Russia. It has been a reliable workhorse for space missions since its first flight in 1957. The rocket is designed to carry crewed and uncrewed spacecraft, including the Soyuz spacecraft, into low Earth orbit. The Soyuz Rocket is known for its simplicity and effectiveness, featuring a three-stage design that allows it to deliver payloads to various orbits. It has played a crucial role in transporting astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) and has been used for numerous scientific missions, making it one of the most frequently launched rockets in history.