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Show JT- 1 1 1 BIKINI Sj I 1 V 5 : X PHILIPPINE SEA I CAROLINE ISLANDS ' ' lr-. 1 1 ... WHERE THE AWESOME ATOMIC TESTS WILL BE HELD . . . The above map reveals the location of the Bikini atoll, a part of the Marshall group, where the atomic bomb will be tested under combat conditions in May. The tests, arranged under the joint army and navy command, will be known as "operation crossroads." cross-roads." An armada of 97 fighting ships ranging from landing ships to giant carriers and battlewagons will be used in the demonstration which may result in a revolutionize sea warfare. A large number of observers will be present. |