Military Tested Nukes on Fleet 80 Years Ago
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The US military conducted Operation Crossroads, testing nuclear detonations on a fleet to assess the impact on conventional forces. This operation marked the first postwar nuclear detonations.
Why it matters
Operation Crossroads was a significant event in understanding the effects of nuclear weapons on military forces and equipment, shaping the development of nuclear strategy and defense technologies.
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