In 1945, an organization surveyed 1500 randomly sampled American citizens, asking them, "Do you think we can develop a way to protect ourselves from atomic bombs in case others tried to use them against us?" Out of the respondents, 79% answered affirmatively, expressing confidence in the possibility of developing protective measures against atomic bombs. The survey took place shortly after the end of World War II and the use of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which likely influenced respondents' concerns about nuclear security and defense. This survey reflects the prevailing sentiment and public interest in finding ways to protect the nation from potential nuclear threats during a time of heightened global tension and uncertainty.
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