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On July 16, 1945, the United States conducted the world’s first-ever nuclear test, known as the Trinity test, in the desert of New Mexico. This test marked a watershed moment in history, not only ...

The possibility of a nuclear explosion is a terrifying thought, but understanding how to respond in the critical first hour could be the key to survival. Though nuclear blasts are often depicted in ...