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Mark Lynas on Nuclear War

The Good Fight

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Nuclear History and Humanity's Close Calls

This chapter explores the historical context of nuclear weapon development, starting with the Manhattan Project and the aftermath of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It reflects on significant events like the Cuban Missile Crisis, the role of the doomsday clock, and the impact of firebombing in Tokyo, emphasizing humanity's narrow escapes from nuclear catastrophe.

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