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ROLL - UP
CHAPTER I
GENERAL
Planning for the roli~up of Operation Sandstone began early in
February with the discussion of the premanent garrison that would
remain on Eniwetok, after completion of tne present tests. The contemplated use of Eniwetok for furture Atomic tests, tne preparations
for the permanent garrison, and close-out of facilities relative to
Operation Sandstone were prime considerations in planning the rollup.
Early planning made possible the proper Location of new instal~
lations and improvement of existing racilities, which would be beneficial, not only to the permanent garrison, but also available for any
future operations.
Included in the plans for future tests was the rehabilitation and
securing of existing warehouses and barracks that appeared serviceable
for at least two to five years, and the razing of buitdings that were
already unserviceable or constituted a fire hazard.
Roll-up of Opera-
tion Sandstone wouid leave Eniwetok in a good state of police, ready
for the next operation.
Organization Commanders had been warned that there would likely
remain a short period of time after Z Day to complete the roll-up be-
fore embarking their om units.
As a result of careful planning and
the cooperation extended by all, the roll-up or Operation Sandstone
progressed satisfactorily and without any noticeable hardship, despite
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