Historical Events tagged with "ColdWar"
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Soviet Union's First Nuclear Power Station Opens
The Obninsk Nuclear Power Plant, constructed near Moscow, marks a significant milestone in the history of nuclear energy as the first civilian nuclear power plant in the world. Designed to demonstrate the peaceful applications of nuclear technology, it was officially opened on June 27, 1954. The plant was designed to generate electricity using a 5 megawatt light-water reactor, showcasing the potential of nuclear power in energy generation. Positioned strategically near Obninsk, it symbolized the Soviet Union's commitment to harnessing nuclear power for peaceful purposes during the post-war era.
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