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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
OFFICE OF THE SURGEON GENERAL
WASHINGTON 25, D. C.
SEP 17 1958
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SUBJECT:
Reappraisal of Biomedical Project "Hardtack"
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Location WARC
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Armed Forces Special Weapons Project 4.......:,, 68-AI7%3
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l.
As a result of the rescheduling at the Nevada Test site with
a new firing date of 12 October 1958, I asked Colonel Maupin to obtain
from the Project Officer, Project 4.2, a statement of his capabilities
and requirements. A copy of this report is attached. I have considered
the suitability of the Eddy and the Grizzly events and feel that the
Eddy shot will not give data applicable to the Army weapon. Consequently, this paper assumes participation only on Grizzly.
2.
I believe that, inasmuch as additional swine can be obtained ©
if contracted for this week, the Project can mount an effort which may
secure useful data on all objectives provided the yield lies within the
range of 15 ¢ 10 tons.
3.
It
variability,
additions to
will further
is recognized that any other factors in addition to yield
such as postponements, failure in logistical support,
or around the device which would disturb radiation effects,
reduce the probability of obtaining useful data.
4.
Inasmuch as the Project is already in the field, the necessary
animals can be obtained, and the experiment is well designed, I think o
participation should continue with a view toward obtaining any data
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possible under the circumstances.
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5.
I concur in the requirements contained in the Project Officer's
report and urge your assistance in meeting them.
In addition, I am con-
vinced of the feasibility, desirability and importance of the AET subproject requested in paragraph 2 of his recommendations. I request,
therefore, that it be included, subject to non-interference with other
projects.
6.
With respect to recommendation number 1 in the attached report, I believe that the Project should proceed on the assumption that
the requirements will be met to the extent that useful data may be ob-
tained.
I concur in recommendation number 3.
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