1980s Area 52 veterans claim health issues from nuclear test exposure during Soviet jet inspection.

Veterans who worked at the top-secret Area 52 base in Nevada in the 1980s, tasked with inspecting Soviet fighter jets, claim they developed cancer and other health issues due to exposure to nearby nuclear tests. The U.S. government conducted nuclear bomb tests near the base, which scattered toxic radioactive materials. The veterans, who are not officially recognized for their service, struggle to obtain aid and compensation for their injuries.

May 28, 2024
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