Chapter 3
GENERAL ACTIVITIES OF TASK GROUP 7.1
3.1
MISSION
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Parts of the mission assigned to JTF 7 by agreement between AEC and
DOD were:
1.
Prepare for and conduct in the spring and summer of 1958 tests
of such experimental devices as may be approved by the DOD or AEC.
2.
Prepare for and conduct in association with the above tests experi~
mental measurements necessary for the successful completion of the tests
as approved by the DOD or the AEC
and such weapon effects programs as
may be approved by the DOD or the AEC.
3. Maintain the EPG as a closed area within the capability of forces
available,
4.
Assume responsibility for safety of populated islands relative to
hazards introduced by the operation.
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In order to accomplish their mission, JTF 7 assigned the following re-
sponsibilities to TG 7.1:
1. Position, arm, and detonate the nuclear test devices as authorized
by CUTF 7.
2.
Conduct such experiments.on each nuclear explosion as are needed
to fulfill the technical requirements determined by appropriate authority with-
in the AEC and/or DOD and are in addition operationally feasible.
3.
Provide such technical {nformation, guidance, and services to all
participating elements of the Joint Task Force as may be required for the
conduct of their respective missions.
4. Ascertain and transmit to the appropriate headquarters the require-
ments for services to be furnished to TG 7.1 by other participating elements
of the Joint Task Force.
5. Submit check lists of tasks to be accomplished prior to, during,
“and after each detonation.
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6.
Submit a written final report no later than 15 days subsequent to
the last detonation of the Hardtack test series.
3.2
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ORGANIZATION AND COMMAND RELATIONSHIPS
The organization chart of JTF 7, shown in Fig. 3.1, differed from the
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