Important dates in the history of nuclear power

Enrio Fermi makes the first nuclear reactor,the Chicago Pile 1

Dec 2, 1942

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An experimental reactor makes enough energy to light 4 lightbulbs

Dec 20, 1951

The first commerical nuclear power plant is built.

Apr 17, 1956

American utilities buy 41 nuclear power plants.

Jul 16, 1973

The number of nuclear power plants in the U.S is 109.

Dec 19, 1993