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Fleet of warships, Bikini target, by G. H. Davis
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Fleet of warships, Bikini target, by G. H. Davis
The original Bikini Atoll target: the fleet of more than 70 warships at anchor in the lagoon awaiting their fate. The fleet included famous American and ex-enemy warships, most of which, with the bulls eye battleship Nevada, remained afloat after the atom bomb explosion on 30 June. Date: 1946
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1946 Afloat Anchor Atoll Atom Atomic Battleship Bomb Davis Enemy Explosion Fate Lagoon Nevada Nuclear Postwar Target Test Warship Warships Fleet
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Fleet of Warships, Bikini Atoll: A Historic Moment in Postwar Nuclear History This evocative photograph, titled "Fleet of Warships, Bikini Atoll," captures a significant moment in nuclear history. Taken by renowned photographer G. H. Davis in 1946, the image shows a fleet of over 70 warships anchored in the tranquil blue waters of Bikini Atoll's lagoon. The scene is a striking contrast to the impending danger that awaited these vessels. The fleet, a mix of American and ex-enemy warships, was assembled in anticipation of the first post-war nuclear weapons tests. Among them was the famous battleship Nevada, which would become an iconic symbol of resilience after the atomic bomb explosion on 30 June. Despite the devastating explosion, the Nevada, along with many other ships, miraculously remained afloat. The photograph transports us back to the 1940s, a time of transition and uncertainty following World War II. The ships, anchored in the lagoon, await their fate, symbolizing the unease and anticipation that hung in the air during this period of nuclear testing. The image is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of Bikini Atoll and the pivotal role it played in shaping the world's nuclear future. G. H. Davis's "Fleet of Warships, Bikini Atoll" is an essential piece of historical documentation, offering a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in the annals of nuclear history.
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