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Atomic Bomb Test Bikini Atoll, 1946-07-25

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Short-wave coverage of the 'Baker' atomic bomb test, the second test of Operation Crossroads. It took place at 8.35am on 25 July 1946, near Bikini Atoll in the Pacific. The bomb was named 'Helen of Bikini' and was detonated 27 meters underwater. The test was intended to allow observation of damage to warships caused by nuclear explosions at sea. Part 1. Extensive coverage by American joint Arm...
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1946
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Sound
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Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision
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RNZ Collection
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