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After WW2, there was growing panic among the public at the threat of nuclear annihilation. During the Cold War, the US Department of Civil Defense commissioned many infomercials and public service films to educate the public on what to do in the event of a nuclear attack. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

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How To Survive An Atomic Bomb In The 50s | Battlezone
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Society
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83 minutes
Language
English
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War Stories

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