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“Mr. Strauss commented briefly on AEC 952/31 which outlined >
considerations involved in the question of conducting a U.N.
observer program for HARDTACK.
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He said he had informally discussec.
this question with the Secretary of Defense and that he would
also attempt to obtain funds for such a program from the President's
emergency fund,
Mr, Libby commented briefly on the need for appropriate
properly briefed and obtain the necessary informatioOns
The Commissioners discussed Mr, Libby's propo
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After discussion the Commission:
Approved conducting a U.N, Observer Progran durin
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Operation HARDTACK to demonstrate U.S, Clean weapo
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(See AEC 952/31)
Requestied that the detailed program be submitted later for their consideration,
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