redcoat
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No, and no.Hmmm.........A dirty bomb was planned to be dropped on America, and the way of delivering it had already been worked out.
While this scenario is much beloved by conspiracy fans there is no evidence that anything like that was actually planned
If this was the case why didn't the German's make any 'Dirty' bombs, the Nazi's were not noted for their humanity.German scientist were on the sub on their way to Japan to help them make it.
Also, there were no nuclear scientists on board. There was an expert on the manufacture of synthetic fuels on board though
All radioactive material is a long term health hazard and should be treated with care, however short term exposure to low grade radioactive material is not a great health hazard. If it was used as part of a conventional bomb the authorities would have plenty of time to clear any radioactive material up before it became a health risk.Also Redcoat said that this material was not radio active enough to make a dirty bomb, yet it was sealed in lead containers and carried on the outside of the submarine. The workers in the Navy port where the submarine was taken refused to unload this part of the cargo and the German were made to unload this radioactive material.
If it was (there is little evidence it was), it would have had to be processed through an atomic reactor before it was suitable to use.This material was then used to help make Americas second atom bomb.
Sorry, but that's just a myth.In fact America had a very lucky escape and if the war had gone on for just a few more weeks things could have been very different.
ps, modern article on the dangers of 'dirty' bombs
http://www.heritage.org/Research/HomelandSecurity/bg1723.cfm
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