Collateral Damage and Communicable Disease with Particular Reference to Tactical Nuclear War in Europe.
Abstract
This report examines the question of whether major epidemics are likely to follow a tactical nuclear war in Europe. The relationship between the bombing campaign and the increase in communicable diseases during World War II (with special emphasis on Germany) is examined, as well as the limited data relating nuclear radiation and the incidence of disease. The report tentatively concludes that, barring a breakdown in society, major epidemics are not likely to result. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA096612
Entities
People
- Harold H. Mitchell