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Jun 2024
27m 56s

DEEP DIVE: The Philadelphia Experiment

The Why Files: Operation Podcast
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During World War II, rumors circulated of a secret Navy experiment gone awry, with sailors allegedly disappearing or merging with steel.The bizarre tale, known as the "Philadelphia Experiment," fueled decades of speculation and conspiracy theories.What truly transpired at the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard? Was it a scientific breakthrough or an elaborate hoax? ... Show More
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