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“Here at great expense,' [Colonel Groves] moaned to Oppenheimer, 'the government has assembled the world's largest collection of crackpots.”

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Steve Sheinkin
Steve Sheinkin

Steve Sheinkin is an American historian and author known for his in-depth research and engaging narrative of historical events. His works typically focus on significant moments and figures in American history, renowned for their unique perspective and rich detail. more

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