Beneath the Surface: Uncovering the Cold War Secrets of Minnesota

Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota logo with drone footage of forest and road

New Documentary: Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota

At the height of the Cold War, northern Minnesota was on the front lines of this global conflict. To reach America’s heartland, the Soviet Union had to fly over the North Pole and through our airspace.

In “Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota,” you’ll meet Cold War heroes like Ray Klosowski, Jim Chapman, and Ronald Hein. You’ll visit military sites in Duluth, French River, and Finland. And you’ll learn how the constant threat of nuclear annihilation affected everyone in northern Minnesota, America, and the world.

Where to Watch

Broadcast Premiere

Thursday, December 5 at 8 PM on PBS North, rebroadcast Saturday December 7 at 1:30 PM on PBS North and Saturday December 7 at 6:30 PM on Explore.

Streaming premiere

Available to stream with PBS North Passport starting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.

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