Operation Southern Crossroads

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_operation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:No._14_Squadron_RAAF
gptkbp:apparent_magnitude gptkb:significant
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:clinical_trial seconds
gptkbp:conducted gptkb:Atomic_Energy_Commission
gptkbp:controversy health effects on participants
gptkbp:cultural_impact depictions in media
gptkbp:date 1946
gptkbp:diplomatic_relations global concern
gptkbp:duration July 1 to July 25, 1946
gptkbp:emergency_services local residents
gptkbp:environmental_impact radiation contamination
gptkbp:established gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Operation_Greenhouse
gptkbp:healthcare long-term effects
gptkbp:historical_context post-war nuclear arms race
gptkbp:historical_debate nuclear ethics
gptkbp:historical_significance nuclear testing history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Operation Southern Crossroads
gptkbp:influenced nuclear policy
gptkbp:inspired anti-nuclear movements
gptkbp:is_documented_in government reports
gptkbp:is_involved_in gptkb:Operation_Crossroads
gptkbp:is_observed_in scientists and military officials
gptkbp:is_tested_for gptkb:Bikini_Atoll
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data collection
successful
military and civilian personnel
extensive planning
widespread
ongoing research
ethical implications
nuclear explosion
documented extensively
data on blast effects
Able and Baker
airburst and underwater
military and scientific importance
gptkbp:legacy nuclear testing policy reforms
nuclear testing protocols
gptkbp:legislation Atomic Energy Act
gptkbp:location gptkb:Bikini_Atoll
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive
gptkbp:military_strategy nuclear deterrence
gptkbp:outcome detonation of atomic bombs
gptkbp:participants gptkb:military_officer
gptkbp:produced_by gptkb:months
gptkbp:public_awareness increased
gptkbp:public_perception controversial
gptkbp:purpose nuclear testing
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Operation_Hardtack
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:Operation_Sandstone
gptkbp:research nuclear physics
radiation effects
gptkbp:resulted_in environmental impact
gptkbp:safety_features limited
gptkbp:scientific_goals study effects of nuclear blasts
gptkbp:significance first nuclear tests after World War II
gptkbp:supports limited transparency