DEFCON
Historically, an army would have days, weeks, or even months to prepare for war. However, with the development of intercontinental missiles and nuclear weapons, the time for preparation was reduced to hours or even minutes. In light of these changes, it was necessary to develop a system that allowed for rapid mobilization and readiness. Learn more about the DEFCON system, and the history of its level changes, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Blue

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Operation Dragoon

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All About Hair

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In the year 1800, the last year of the 18th century, the world was on the precipice of radical change.  The scientific revolution, the agricultural revolution, and the industrial revolution had all b...

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How the Ancients Made Fire

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9 Jun 202514min

The History of Ice Hockey

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The History of Surgery

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Over the years, human life expectancy has increased dramatically.  While there have been many developments that have led to longer human lifespans, most of that has come from just a few major advance...

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6 Jun 202514min

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