A four-story metal sphere was built at Fort Detrick in 1951 to test germ weapons on animals and people.
Synopsis
A four-story metal sphere was built at Fort Detrick in 1951 to test germ weapons on animals and people.
Synopsis
At Fort Detrick, Maryland, a four-story metal sphere known as the eight ball was constructed in 1951 for testing germ weapons. Inside, infectious aerosols were to be released for experiments on animals and humans. Over eighteen months, filmmakers Grey and Russell traveled across the United States, interviewing leading experts on Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases. Under the Eightball features live footage, historical documents, original animation, and archival military footage to provide context to the ongoing impact of these experiments.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet experts on Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses.
- See original military footage from Fort Detrick.
- Find out about the history of germ weapon testing.
Did You Know
- The hollow metal sphere built at Fort Detrick was four stories high.
- The testing at Fort Detrick involved both animals and people.
- The film's journey lasted eighteen months across the country.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was built at Fort Detrick in 1951?
A hollow metal sphere four stories high was built for testing germ weapons.
What did employees call the hollow metal sphere?
Employees referred to it as the eight ball.
What topics do Grey and Russell investigate in the documentary?
They investigate Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases.
What are people saying?
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