Harold Agnew

Harold Agnew was an American physicist and nuclear scientist known for his role in the development of the atomic bomb. He was part of the Manhattan Project during World War II, contributing to the creation of nuclear weapons. After the war, he worked to promote peaceful uses of nuclear energy and held leadership positions in scientific organizations. Agnew's expertise helped advance understanding of nuclear physics and radiation. He lived from 1921 to 2013 and is remembered for his significant contributions to science and national security.