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Living Pig 311, Atomic Crossroads Hero, Aboard Sakawa
Aboard the USS Appalachain Jay 17 W Pig No 311 survivor of the Sakawa blast is hailed as a living hero of Operation Crossroads and a key subject in atomic medical research. He is one of over 3000 animals exposed to radiation, with doctors reporting penicillin treatment and unclear symptoms as researchers note potential future medical lessons from his condition.
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Howard W. Tlakeslee
Sielpece Renurter
Appalachian
Bikini
U. S. S. Panamint
Jack LA Rue
van Mys
Cal
Jack’ la Rue