Witness History cover image

France's nuclear tests in Algeria

Witness History

00:00

The Unforeseen Fallout of France's Nuclear Test in Algeria

This chapter explores the Beryl nuclear test in Algeria, which was marred by an unintended explosion and radioactive contamination due to engineering errors. It also discusses the local community's varied reactions and the long-term ramifications of the incident, including cleanup efforts and its relevance to later nuclear disasters.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app