S19·E11 The Genius Behind the Bomb
Synopsis
Physicists Albert Einstein and Leo Szilard reenact the signing of the 1939 letter that alerted President Franklin Roosevelt to the feasibility of atomic weapons. Szilard drafted and Einstein signed the famous warning, which led to the building of the first atomic bomb.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 19 Episode 11 of NOVA air?
Season 19, Episode 11 ('The Genius Behind the Bomb') originally aired on September 29, 1992.
How long is Season 19 Episode 11 ('The Genius Behind the Bomb')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in NOVA Season 19 Episode 11?
Physicists Albert Einstein and Leo Szilard reenact the signing of the 1939 letter that alerted President Franklin Roosevelt to the feasibility of atomic weapons. Szilard drafted and Einstein signed the famous warning, which led to the building of the first atomic bomb....
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