The dawn of the atomic age was ushered in by a pivotal turning point: the creation of nuclear energy. On July 16, 1945, the United States successfully detonated the first atomic bomb, code-named "Trinity," in the New Mexico desert. This momentous event marked a profound shift in global affairs, shaping the course of history and introducing the terrifying prospect of nuclear warfare. The atomic age brought with it unprecedented power and potential, as well as the sobering realization of the destructive capabilities unleashed by human ingenuity.
