Atom Bomb VS. Fleet Boat

[greenman407]

In the nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll many ships were anchored close to the blast point to see how they fared in a nuclear explosion SS-305 Skate. It survived although mangled. The pressure hull was not breeched.


In route to bikini.





Unfortunately this guy is out there with no protective gear. I wonder how long he lived?

[boss subfixer]

Re: Atom Bomb VS. Fleet Boat

That sign in the last picture is a major understatement!

[greyakula52]

Re: Atom Bomb VS. Fleet Boat

"How Long".......Maybe Into the Sixties.........
But Not Long.
Let's See..... Lung Cancer!
Skin Cancer!..... Liver Cancer!...... Just For Starters!

His Name Must Be Homer Simpson!