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200154 minPG-13documentary

Fortress Australia: The Secret Bid for the Atomic Bomb

200154 minPG-13documentary

In the early 1950s, Australian leaders, including Prime Minister Robert Menzies, pursued secret plans to develop a nuclear arsenal amid Cold War tensions.

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In the early 1950s, Australian leaders, including Prime Minister Robert Menzies, pursued secret plans to develop a nuclear arsenal amid Cold War tensions.

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Peter Buttdirector

Robyn Williamscast

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In the early 1950s, Australian leaders sought to arm the nation with atomic weapons. Multiple governments pursued secret plans to create a nuclear arsenal. The documentary outlines these efforts, revealing the political climate that drove this ambition. It details the involvement of key figures and the motivations behind their actions. With a duration of 54 minutes, the film presents a crucial period in Australia's political history regarding nuclear armament.

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