Join us for an insightful journey into the Cold War era as we sit down with Mario Woods, a former staff sergeant in the US Air Force security police. Mario served from 1975 to 1983, with a significant portion of his service spent at Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota. Assigned to the Minuteman missile complex, Mario worked tirelessly alongside his team, responsible for maintaining readiness of ten Minuteman 21.2 megaton missiles, strategically positioned to respond to alarms and emergencies.
Mario shares his firsthand experiences living on-site for three days at November one, a launch control facility within Ellsworth AFB. Working grueling 12-hour shifts with a dedicated team, Mario offers a glimpse into the intense atmosphere of Cold War preparedness. He details the hardened facilities and the decommissioning of the missile component, shedding light on the evolving landscape of strategic defense.
Mario provides context to Ellsworth AFB's pivotal role in the northern tier defense system during the Cold War, operating a vast arsenal of nuclear-tipped Minuteman intercontinental ballistic missiles. Amidst this historical backdrop, Mario unveils his role as a witness to the mysterious Ellsworth UFO case, offering intriguing insights into this enigmatic event.
Don't miss out on this captivating conversation as Mario Woods takes us on a journey through history, offering a unique perspective on the Cold War era and his involvement in one of its most intriguing episodes. Subscribe now to stay tuned for more riveting discussions and firsthand accounts.
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