Trinity Site: 1945-1995. A National Historic Landmark, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico

"Trinity Site: 1945-1995" by White Sands Missile Range Public Affairs Office is a detailed historical record of the Trinity Site, where the first atomic bomb exploded in 1945, marking a pivotal moment in history. The book explains everything from the start of the super-secret Manhattan Project to the careful planning and science that led up to the earth-shattering Trinity test. Readers discover how scientists and the army worked together, building the bomb and getting ready at a local ranch. The narrative captures the chilling power of the explosion, the immediate chaos, and the lasting effects of nuclear weapons with a blend of facts and personal stories from people who were there. Plus, it explores the site's important role as a National Historic Landmark.