The tasks assigned to Task Group 7.1 for accomplishment in support
of the CASTLE mission were formulated throughout 1953 and were outlined
in CJTF SEVEN Operation Plan No. 3-53 as follows:

l.

Position, arm, and detonate the CASTLE weapons and
devices.
Conduct technical and measurement programs.
Complete the installation and calibration of the devices
and all instruments and test apparatus.

Recommend to CJTF SEVEN safe slant range distances
from ground zero for aircraft during shot periods.
Conduct the radiological safety program.

Provide technical and technical report film coverage.
Schedule the inter-atoll movement of weapons and devices
and provide required technical assistance to other task
groups in connection with their responsibilities for
such movements.
Be responsible for the removal of all Task Group 7.1
personnel and necessary equipment from shot site danger

areas.

9.

When directed by CJTF SEVEN, evacuate Task Group 7.1
personnel from Bikini Atoll.

“10.

Be prepared, upon receipt of directives from CJIF
SEVEN, to conduct emergency post-shot evacuation of

Task Group 7.1 personnel from Eniwetok Atoll.
ll.

Keep CJTF SEVEN informed on test and technical develop-

ments affecting the operational plan and military support

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