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A U.S. B-47 bomber carrying two nuclear capsules disappeared over the Mediterranean in 1956, with no trace ever found.
Background
During the Cold War, the United States maintained a global nuclear deterrent, often involving airborne alert missions. These operations, sometimes carrying nuclear weapons or components, raised concerns about safety and the potential for accidents. The loss of such assets highlighted the risks associated with nuclear strategy.
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1956 B-47 bomber disappearance with nuclear capsules
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The post recounts the unsolved mystery of a Cold War-era B-47 bomber that disappeared with nuclear material, leaving no trace.
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