Operation Sandstone: The Story of Joint Task Force Seven

Book Overview

Operation Sandstone: The Story Of Joint Task Force Seven is a comprehensive account of the United States' nuclear weapons testing program during the early years of the Cold War. The book is written by Clarence H. White, a former member of the Joint Task Force Seven (JTF-7), which was responsible for conducting the tests.The book begins with a brief history of nuclear weapons development and the decision to test them in the Pacific Ocean. It then goes on to detail the planning and execution of the three tests that comprised Operation Sandstone, which took place in 1948 on the Bikini Atoll.White provides a detailed description of the logistics involved in transporting personnel and equipment to the remote testing site, as well as the technical challenges of conducting the tests themselves. He also discusses the political and diplomatic implications of the tests, which were conducted at a time when tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union were at an all-time high.Throughout the book, White draws on his own experiences as a member of JTF-7 to provide a first-hand account of the events that took place. He also includes photographs and diagrams to help readers understand the complex nature of the testing program.Overall, Operation Sandstone: The Story Of Joint Task Force Seven is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of nuclear weapons testing and the early years of the Cold War.A Pictorial History Of Operation Sandstone, The Atomic Tests At Eniwetok.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1169246893
• ISBN13: 9781169246898
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"