JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE REPORTER AND THE ATOMIC BOMB: Wayne Guthrie and the Bikini Tests.

  • Published In: Traces of Indiana & Midwestern History, 2023, v. 35, n. 4. P. 42 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: BOOMHOWER, RAY E. 3 of 3

Abstract

This article provides an account of the Bikini atomic bomb tests that occurred in 1946 as part of Operation Crossroads. It explores the concerns and debates surrounding the tests, including the impact on naval warships and the ethical implications of using animals in the experiments. Journalist Wayne Guthrie, who witnessed the tests, expressed both awe and concern about the destructive power of atomic weapons. The article also mentions the relocation of the native population of Bikini Island to another atoll. Overall, the article offers a firsthand perspective on the tests and highlights the need for control and awareness regarding nuclear weapons. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Traces of Indiana & Midwestern History. 2023/10, Vol. 35, Issue 4, p42
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1040-788X
  • Accession Number:175683373
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