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U.S. Atomic Testing and Operations: By Ground, Sea and Air

U.S. Atomic Testing and Operations: By Ground, Sea and Air

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Item # MV52784
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 Detailed Description
This program explores all aspects of early nuclear weapons development and atomic bomb testing. You'll learn about Operation Dominic, a series of airdrop nuclear bursts conducted by the U.S. near Christmas Island to determine the impact of nuclear weapons on naval vessels; Operation Argus, which was a series of three high-altitude tests in the South Atlantic Ocean to see if a radiation belt would develop in the upper region of Earth's atmosphere; the effects of fallout and radiation; and more. Color and B&W, 1 hr. 54 min.