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Operation Sandstone
Operation Sandstone was the third American series of nuclear weapon tests conducted in 1948 at Eniwetok Atoll. These tests followed Crossroads and preceded Ranger. As was the custom, each explosion was given a nickname.
| Test Name | Date | Location | Yield | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X-Ray | 14 April, 1948 | Eniwetok Atoll | 37 kilotons | |
| Yoke | 30 April, 1948 | Eniwetok Atoll | 49 kilotons | |
| Zebra | 15 May, 1948 | Eniwetok Atoll | 18 kilotons |
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