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David Hahn

United States marine (1976-2016) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 39

David Charles Hahn, sometimes called the "Radioactive Boy Scout" and the "Nuclear Boy Scout", was an American nuclear radiation enthusiast who attempted to build a homemade nuclear reactor at the age of seventeen.

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A typical day, 30 days to 8 November 2026

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About this person

Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1976 to 2016 · aged 39