dec 8, 1953 - Atoms for Peace Plan speech

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Eisenhower delivered his “Atoms for Peace” speech before the United Nations General Assembly. This set into motion the creation of the Atoms for Peace program. This program was based on a bargain between the United States and developing states. The United States provided research reactors, fuel and scientific training to developing countries wanting civilian nuclear programs. In exchange, recipient states committed to only use the technology and education for peaceful, civilian purposes.

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