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of the Nuclear Boy Scout. At 17 years old, David Hahn attempted to build a nuclear reactor out of household items in his backyard. The contraption malfunctioned and released radiation in his town, leading to his arrest. He was subsequently promoted to Eagle Scout.

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Fun Fact: of the Nuclear Boy Scout. At 17 years old, David Hahn attempted to build a nuclear reactor out of household items in his backyard. The contraption malfunctioned and released radiation in his town, leading to his arrest. He was subsequently promoted to Eagle Scout.

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