A National Historic Landmark, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico White Sands Missile Range. Public Affairs Office (N.M.) creator text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Trinity Site: 1945-1995" by White Sands Missile Range Public Affairs Office is a historical account that documents the significance of the Trinity Site, where the first atomic bomb was detonated in 1945. Written during the late 20th century, this publication provides insights into the events surrounding the Manhattan Project and the subsequent developments at the White Sands Missile Range. It serves as a reflection on the impact of nuclear technology on human history and the environment, particularly focusing on the site itself and its designation as a National Historic Landmark. The book details the origins of the atomic bomb, starting with the Manhattan Project, and goes on to describe the scientific and logistical preparations for the Trinity test. It chronicles significant milestones, including the construction of the bomb, the assembly process at the McDonald ranch house, and the actual test, which took place on July 16, 1945. Through a combination of factual reporting and firsthand accounts, the narrative highlights the awe-inspiring yet terrifying moment of the explosion, the immediate aftermath, and the long-term implications of nuclear weaponry. It not only provides technical details but also offers a human perspective, recounting the experiences of those involved in the historic event. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-09-14 Produced by Gregory Walker. HTML version by Al Haines. Original publication data not identified Manhattan Project (U.S.) Atomic bomb -- New Mexico -- Los Alamos -- Testing -- History QC U D731 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/278 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/278 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133029.0 278