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About America Fights Russia: A Race For Nuclear Air Supremacy

From 'M.A.D World' Season 1, Episode 3: Witness the Mad World of the Cold War where the push of one button could lead to total destruction. This episode reveals the terrifying operational secrets of NATO bomber pilots performing a 'nuclear run and gun' maneuver to outrace their own H-bombs. We also expose the desperate escapes across the Berlin Wall, the CIA’s failed plot in Cuba, and the Soviet Union’s ultimate space triumph. Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

America Fights Russia: A Race For Nuclear Air Supremacy is presented by Wonder. Its listed runtime is 52 minutes. The source link and publisher attribution are provided with the embedded film.

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Title
America Fights Russia: A Race For Nuclear Air Supremacy
Category
Society
Runtime
52 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
Wonder

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