We were impressed by the broad range of Laboratory cbjectives, and
by their realistic formulation in relation to military utilization,
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which are indicative of the great strergth and maturity of this Labora-
tory.
Although many formidable technical problems in the forward-looking
program remain to be solved, particularly in the small weapon field,
‘the prognosis :for continued success scems favorable,
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offered, it was felt that some thought should be given to a firm assign
ment of responsibility and authority to a full-time director of the
Livermore Laboratory which may result in a more crisp program and a
more effective sharing of weapon. responsibility with LASL,
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since the plans may still be subject to drastic change. However, it is.
very gratifying that even after. the numerous advances of the last years
there are so many items which are worthy of the effort and expense in~
volved in weapon tests, This may be an appropriate tame again to emphasize
the importance and value -of the test programs,
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