1968 handbook, In Time of Emergency
During the Cold War, the threat of nuclear war was a growing concern for Americans. The U.S. government created Civil Defense programs to teach people how to prepare for and survive a nuclear attack.
This 1968 handbook, In Time of Emergency, explains the dangers of radioactive fallout and provides information on preparing a private shelter, finding a public shelter and protecting yourself and your family during an emergency.
The handbook is one example of how Civil Defense information was shared with the public during the Cold War.
