Atomic artillery shell is fired during atomic cannon test in Nevada desert

The video discusses the 280mm mobile gun, a significant piece of artillery in U.S. Army history, soon to be assigned to NATO and Europe. It highlights the gun's ability to fire both conventional and atomic shells, showcasing the first firing of the 280 as an atomic cannon in the Nevada desert. The video also covers technological advancements in atomic artillery, including the development of a compact atomic shell fired with pinpoint accuracy.

What is the significance of the 280mm mobile gun in U.S. Army history?

• It is the smallest artillery piece.

• It was only used for training purposes.

• It is the most accurate and largest artillery piece.

• It was never used in combat.

What types of shells can the 280mm gun fire?

• Only atomic shells

• Neither conventional nor atomic shells

• Only conventional shells

• Both conventional and atomic shells

Where was the first firing of the 280 as an atomic cannon conducted?

• In the Sahara desert

• In the Arctic region

• In the Amazon rainforest

• In the Nevada desert

What is the approximate diameter of the atomic shell developed for the 280mm gun?

• 30 inches

• 20 inches

• 5 inches

• 11 inches

What is the weight of the atomic cannon that fires the compact atomic shell?

• 85 tons

• 50 tons

• 100 tons

• 150 tons