Handel (warning system)
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handel-warning-system-207-1953640
title:
Handel (warning system)
text:
Handel was the code-name for the UK's national attack warning system in the Cold War. It consisted of a small console with two microphones, lights and gauges. The reason behind this was to provide a back-up if anything failed. If an enemy airstrike was detected, a key on the left-hand side of the console would be turned and two lights would come on. Then the operator would press and hold down a red button and give the message: Attack warning RED! Attack warning RED! The message would be sent to
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description:
Codename for the former attack warning system in the UK
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Handel_(warning_system)
date created:
2005-05-03T00:32:43Z
date modified:
2024-09-10T23:23:37Z
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