Operation Crossroads atom bomb test, 1946
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Operation Crossroads atom bomb test, 1946
Operation Crossroads atom bomb test. Mushroom cloud rising from the Baker underwater atomic explosion carried out at Bikini Atoll, in the Pacific, on 25th July 1946. This was the first underwater atom bomb test. It was detonated 27 metres below the surface and had a yield of 21, 000 tons of TNT. The column of water vapour reached thousands of metres into the air, and a wave of water overwhelmed the unmanned ships (lower frame). This was the second and last atom bomb test in the Operation Crossroads series
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1900s 1940s Arms Race Atom Bomb Atomic Atomic Bomb Cold War Dust Early Energy Experiment Experimenting Exploding Explosions Military Mushroom Cloud North American Nuclear Nuclear Explosion Pacific Pioneering Power Rising Smoke Test Testing Warfare Water Vapour Weapon Weapons 1946 Atomic Explosion Baker Bikini Atoll Marshall Islands Mono Chrome Operation Crossroads Physical
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This print captures a defining moment in history - the Operation Crossroads atom bomb test of 1946. The image showcases the awe-inspiring power and destructive force of the first underwater atomic explosion conducted at Bikini Atoll in the Pacific. Detonated 27 meters below the surface, this groundbreaking experiment yielded an astonishing 21,000 tons of TNT. As depicted in this monochrome photograph, a colossal mushroom cloud rises from the Baker explosion, reaching thousands of meters into the air. The sheer magnitude is evident as a wave of water overwhelms unmanned ships positioned nearby. This second and final test in the Operation Crossroads series marked a pivotal moment not only for military testing but also for technological advancements during this era. The significance of this image extends beyond its visual impact; it serves as a reminder of humanity's exploration into nuclear energy and its consequences. It symbolizes both pioneering scientific research and historical warfare tactics that shaped our world during the Cold War period. With smoke, dust, and water vapor filling every inch of space captured by this lens, we are transported back to July 25th, 1946 - witnessing firsthand one of mankind's most powerful creations unfold before our eyes. This print from Science Photo Library encapsulates an essential chapter in our collective history while showcasing how far we have come technologically since those early days of experimenting with atomic energy.
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