History Unveiled

The Manhattan Project: Birth of the Atomic Age


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In this episode of History Unveiled, we explore the Manhattan Project, a pivotal undertaking during World War II that led to the birth of the Atomic Age. Discover how the United States, along with the United Kingdom and Canada, raced against time to develop nuclear weapons amid fears of Nazi Germany's ambitions. From the groundbreaking discovery of nuclear fission to the assembly of brilliant scientific minds at Los Alamos, we delve into both the scientific marvels and ethical dilemmas that arose from this monumental project. With the successful detonation of the first atomic bomb and the subsequent bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the course of history changed forever. Join us as we uncover the complex legacy of the Manhattan Project and its lasting impact on the world we live in today.

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History UnveiledBy Open History Project