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On This Day: The Soviet Union conducts its final above-ground nuclear weapon test, in... (1962)

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On December 25, 1962: The Soviet Union conducts its final above-ground nuclear weapon test, in anticipation of the 1963 Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preaching about peace.

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