Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story (2017)
In 1957, Britain exploded its first megaton hydrogen bomb - codenamed Operation Grapple X. It was the culmination of an extraordinary scientific project, which against almost insuperable odds turned Britain into a nuclear superpower. Featuring access to the top-secret nuclear research facility at Aldermaston, the programme features interviews with veterans and scientists who took part in the atomic bomb programme, some speaking for the first time, and newly released footage of the British atomic bomb tests.
Director: Charles Colville
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: May 3, 2017
Cast
- John Shrapnel - Narrator (Voice)
Production: BBC Science Production
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story about?
- In 1957, Britain exploded its first megaton hydrogen bomb - codenamed Operation Grapple X. It was the culmination of an extraordinary scientific project, which against almost insuperable odds turned Britain into a nuclear superpower. Featuring access to the top-secret nuclear research facility at Aldermaston, the programme features interviews with veterans and scientists who took part in the atomic bomb programme, some speaking for the first time, and newly released footage of the British atomic bomb tests.
- Who directed Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story?
- Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story was directed by Charles Colville.
- Who stars in Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story?
- Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story stars John Shrapnel.
- How long is Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story?
- Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story?
- Britain's Nuclear Bomb - The Inside Story is a Documentary film.