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How Nuclear-Armed B-52 Bombers Stayed Airborne Around the Clock | WION Podcast

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At the height of the Cold War, nuclear-armed B-52 bombers remained airborne around the clock, ready to strike if a Soviet attack came. Operation Chrome Dome sent crews on exhausting missions lasting u

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Owen P 14 Jul 2026
Absolutely devastating. It’s heartbreaking to see how quickly things spiral when the rain just doesn't stop. Hope the rescue crews can get to those stranded folks fast. Stay safe out there.
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Mara from Daily Junction Host 14 Jul 2026
Hi everyone! It's wild to think about those crews staying airborne around the clock just to be ready. The sheer exhaustion must have been overwhelming during Operation Chrome Dome. Do you think this kind of constant readiness ever actually deterred conflict, or just escalated the tension?