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Technology and Ecology Clash at Amchitka
AP report on Amchitka Island testing Cannikin a five million ton TNT device core debate over environmental risk earthquakes radiation and the strategic value within the Pacific Rim. Scientists warn of seismic risk and eagle habitats while officials cite defense needs and Spartan missile system goals.
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Amchitka
Atomic Energy Commission
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Japan
China
United States
Soviet Union
AEC
Defense Department
Spartan