ant
in Operation REDWING,
b.
Experiments were successfully carried out to investigate fallout
under a great variety of conditions.
c.
With correlation of data from several experimental sources, basic
blast, thermal and nuclear radiation effects were obtained from a high yield
air burst.
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6. The B-52 proved suitable for free-fall delivery a
7.
The task force received full cooperation from all three military
Services in providing military support.
8.
The failure of military task groups to retain an adequate number of
experienced personnel during the interim period following Operation CASTLE
resulted in the less of continuity and experience, and adversely affected
the early planning for Operation REDWING,
9.
Observed fallout patterns throughout the operation indicated that
the forecasting techniques used were satisfactory.
10,
The danger area established for this operation was adequate and the
measures taken to prevent radioactive contamination of transient ships and
aircraft were effective.
ll.
Present Service ‘practices concerning radiological safety proved
satisfactory for the rac~safe problems encountered during the operation.
12.
Presence of representatives of U. 5. news media served to publi-
cize the extensive safety precautions taken during REDWING, and thus served
to offset to some extent unfavorable foreign reaction to U. S. atomic tests.
13.
The Uncleared Observer Program was practicable and was accomplished
without unauthorized or inadvertent aisclosure ef classified information.
14.
The objective of furthering tie United States national interest by
improving the mitual defense capability of the United States, Canada and the
United Kingdom was enhanced through the invitation of British and Canadian
observers.
15.
The intelligence estimate provided by the Joint Intelligence Com-
mittee of the Joint Chiefs of Staff was realistic in the light of REDWING
experience.
16.
The REDWING security program was adequate and effective.
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