British nuclear testing in Australia

British nuclear testing in Australia refers to a series of nuclear test detonations conducted by the United Kingdom in the 1950s and early 1960s. These tests primarily took place at two main sites: the Montebello Islands off the coast of Western Australia and the Maralinga and Emu Field test sites in South Australia. ### Key Aspects: 1. **Background**: After World War II, the UK sought to develop its own nuclear capabilities.