On 3 March 1945, the successful detonation of an atomic bomb was accomplished near Ohrdruf, Thuringia. Its destructive capability has proven greater than earlier expected at an estimated 10 kilotons of TNT. Detonation destroyed an area roughly stretching 160 meters in diameter with varying levels of destruction beyond that and shockwaves reaching as far as 60 miles from point of impact. All 700 prisoners located on site were vaporized by the weapon. The light of the blast is beyond description. The whole area was lit by a searing light with the intensity many times that of the midday sun. It was golden, purple, violet, gray, and blue. It lit the earth with a clarity and beauty that cannot be described but must be seen to be imagined. It was death in all her majesty.
Herr Dr. Diebner has proven his hypothesis that a small, transportable atomic bomb is possible. He has already requested greater amounts of uranium and other raw materials, better facilities and equipment, as well as an increase in funding for his project. It is my opinion that such requests be granted. This is an advantage beyond any power on Earth. It must be added to our arsenal.SOURCE: Reich Historical Archives (Recently Declassified)
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