The first atomic bomb test took place in the Mojave Desert in 1947.

The first atomic bomb test, known as the Trinity test, was conducted in the desert near the White Sands Proving Ground in New Mexico in 1945. This was a significant milestone in history, marking the dawn of the nuclear age. It had deep connections with the Mojave Desert region, as it played a vital role in the development and testing of atomic weapons. The explosion created a massive shockwave, influencing not only the outcome of World War II but also the global political landscape, scientific progress, and military strategies in the following decades.