H-Bomb: Atomic Head Tells Of EniwetokTests

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Year Shot: 1952 (Actual Year)

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Video: B/W

Tape Master: 1568

Original Film: 025-414-01

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Location: Washington, DC

Timecode: 00:43:18 - 00:44:18

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H-Bomb: Atomic Head Tells Of Tests AEC (Atomic Energy Commission) Chairman Gordon Dean admits H-bomb (hydrogen bomb) tests to newsmen, but refuses further comment. He promises a probe of possible security leaks from Eniwetok. VS Dean seated with a few newsreel cameras aimed at him. Cameraman stands ready at his camera. Dean speaks: "The Commission is concerned, however, over certain letters purporting to describe some events in connection with the tests." Dean talks of possible disciplinary action or prosecution of those involved and warns of damage to U.S. interests.