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San Antonio Light in San Antonio, Texas

12 May 1946

Page 21

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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1946

Page

21

Bikini Atoll and the Crossroads atomic test plan

The article describes Bikini Atoll as a remote Pacific site chosen for Operation Crossroads to test atomic weapons. It explains the aim to contain devastation within reefs, protect native life, and observe a towering plume, shock wave, and a potential 100-foot tidal wave from a sea explosion affecting ships like the New York and ships of Axis powers.

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Bikini Marshalls Navy Alaska Hawaiian Islands American Juda Blue Water Bikini Atoll New York Germany Prince Eugen Sinille Bikini Island Ane Japan Enst Island Bikini Lagoon Rhode Island Win
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Oceanic atomic test dangers at Bikini described

The report outlines giant tidal waves, waterspouts, and radioactive sea spray resulting from an atomic blast near Bikini Atoll. It warns of massive fish die off, pervasive radioactivity, and extreme oceanic and atmospheric effects while noting uncertainties and naval safety concerns.

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Bikini atom bomb tests and fears for naval fleets

A contemporary piece questions the potential impact of an undersea nuclear blast on modern fleets including battleships, freighters and tankers. It ponders ship destruction ranges, tidal waves, armor protection, underwater plates, radiation, and the likelihood of a colossal sea wave, warning that observers may witness a historic, world‑changing event if the Bikini test proceeds.

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Lowell Bikini Navy Hawaii
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