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The Cold War Defense Network: A Look into 1950s Radar Systems
This chapter delves into the historical and technological landscape of 1950s and 60s defense networks, especially the SAGE system, shaped by the emergence of new threats like Sputnik. It captures the challenging living conditions of personnel at remote radar stations while reflecting on the human stories behind these now-historic defense systems.