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Deep Dive: Under the Eightball (2009)

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Under the Eightball
Under the Eightball focuses on the construction of a hollow metal sphere at Fort Detrick, Maryland in 1951, designed for testing germ weapons. The film presents the implications of these experiments, which involved creating infectious aerosols for testing on animals and humans. Employees referred to this facility as the 'eight ball'. The documentary follows Grey and Russell as they travel across the United States for eighteen months, seeking answers about Lyme and Tick-Borne Diseases. It features interviews with leading experts, live footage, historical documents, original animation, and archival military footage, providing a comprehensive view of the subject matter.

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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Lyme disease awarenessMilitary historyPublic health issues