OPERATIONS IN PUBLIC FALLOUT SHELTERS COLD WAR CIVIL DEFENSE FILM 29092

Produced in 1963, "Operations in Public Fallout Shelters" is a heavily dramatized Civil Defense film that demonstrates how a public fallout shelter is supposed to function after a nuclear attack. This scenario takes place in a fictional any town called "Middlebury".
The story goes like this: For whatever reason the original manager of shelter number 126, Bill Floyd, hasn't made it into the shelter. His back-up Jerry Bates must assume command. With the help of Gil (played by Anthony Zerbe) and others, Bates quickly gains confidence and whips the shelter into shape. His one early challenge is to obtain baby food for an infant in the shelter. He sends out a search party to the store above the shelter to find the precious food.
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[@danellefrost5030]

I remember being taught fallout safety in school when I was a child. We were encouraged to keep our eyes open for the fallout shelter signs located throughout our area. It became habit to look for them and commit their locations to memory. It seems that nowadays there is little to no talk of this even given the current troubling world events.

[@blacksheep5127]

That is because those shelters no longer exist. The politicians tell the American people that shelters do not work, and that they can not justify the cost despite it being known that the preservation of the people is more valuable than all of the other resources a nation can possess combined. Meanwhile, they build bunkers for themselves. Nations like Russia that are sanctioned have updated their shelters, and even landlocked countries like Switzerland have been able to afford the expense. Civil Defense is everyone’s business alright. Their own business if you believe the United States Government. Keep in mind their official plan is to forcibly conscript survivors they made no provision for, with the explicit intention of working them to death.

[@Splenda257]

It's probably a good idea for everyone to store some casual clothes in their bug out bag, so they don't have to spends weeks, months, or whatever wearing a suit in the shelter.

[@jackalenterprisesofohio]

Still alot better than any Vault-tec Vault I've seen.

[@PlasmaCoolantLeak]

3:20 "I'm Gary Bates! As you may know, our shelter manager, Mr. Floyd is not with us. He opposed me, and I eliminated him. I am now your leader. Obey me and live. Disobey me, and die!"

[@danschreffler1280]

All Hail Master Bates!!!

[@joeyjennings9548]

​@@danschreffler1280 😂

[@redwingfan9393]

Everyone is so calm. If there was a real attack it would be pandemonium.

[@JDAbelRN]

Perhaps some panic and obviously anxiety, however, it is critical to get strong leaders involved to get a shelter organized. Once everyone has a job, and the leaders demonstrate survivors be provided for, things will calm down. Organize safety and security to quell discontent. Eventually, the survivors will realize that cooperation will help ensure survival. Lately, with putin and Russia's Saber rattling, these films may be useful, though dated, have great information.

[@sakkra93]

Not necessarily, see what Londoners were like during the Blitz as they sheltered in the underground stations. Yes, they were scared, but they just got on with it and chatted like nothing was out of the normal, no point in getting into a flap about something you can't do anything about.

[@mikelgeren149]

Dogboy , a genuine sob .

[@Bill23799]

They should have cleaned out all the canned goods in the cafeteria.

[@Alpha8713]

True. And less milk--it would go bad anyway before it could be consumed.

[@tjlovesrachel]

@@Alpha8713 ehhh I would’ve grabbed it and consumed it before anything

[@dayaninikhaton]

@@Alpha8713 I believe they were referring to cans of condensed milk

[@Bill23799]

I think that's Anthony Zerbe playing Gary. He was a very well known character sctor.

[@sydIRISH]

"Omega Man" Great film!!!!!!

[@Splenda257]

Harry O

[@themagus5906]

Yes, that's him in an uncredited role. Not only was he "Matthias" in "The Omega Man", but he was one of the leaders of Zion in "The Matrix" series. He also played Krest in the James Bond film "License to KIll" and acted in many TV shows. Certainly a face no one can forget.

[@danschreffler1280]

The evil park designer in "KISS Meets The Phantom Of The Park"

[@lindaeasley5606]

Damn , I'd rather get vaporized outside than stay in a shelter like this 🙄

[@jonknapp7335]

Born in '84 i still remember fallout shelters in my elementary and middle school. Back then i didnt know what they where just knew they were not any good.

[@Slatch36]

Zoinks!!! It's Matthis! Ahhhhhhh runs

[@PlasmaCoolantLeak]

He looks pretty good for a plague-exposed victim.

[@JayYoung-ro3vu]

Sadly, our city has lost 99.999% of those shelters due to neglect and urban renewal. Then again, how effective would they be against the nuclear weapons of today?

[@urhumbleservant]

Vault 126 Gary Bates = Overseer

[@JohnDoeRando]

Gaaaaary!

[@yumeeazyb]

That toilet looks legit tho

[@jasonm949]

Why didn't any strong, dependant, and just as good as any man females go help the heavy lifting?

[@JohnDoeRando]

I dunno. I would've sent more men to the cafeteria to smash and grab as much food as possible.

[@Zoomer30_]

Bill Foy has a lot to answer for.

[@razvandobos9759]

Wish R2-D2 and C-3PO and WALL-E and a Roomba were in the shelter.

[@jim7627]

Where's the liquor distribution?

[@joeyjennings9548]

🍸🍹🍻🍷😵✔

[@razvandobos9759]

It would be nice (and a bit ahead of it's time) if there was a laptop and computer at the shelter manager's desk.

[@jesus.christis.lord.foreve899]

The poor man's answer to Raven rock

[@anonymousstranger8766]

Guarantee Eunice left this shelter pregnant.

[@patriciayoung3267]

Good Grief. That's Anthony Zerbe. Guess he had to start acting somewhere.

[@stevestruthers6180]

People would have been driven mad with hunger after just three days on a 900-calorie per day ration consisting of survival crackers and water. By that stage, all discipline and order in the shelter would have broken down. Chances are good that to deal with the problem, they would have had to double their rations so they would get a more tolerable 1800 calories per day, but this would have meant that the rations would have lasted only about a week. It surprises me that the US government didn't consider adding long-lasting tinned meats, powdered milk, and other things to the survival crackers to make shelter life tolerable. But then again, it could be that the budget for that kind of support was found to be prohibitive and so improvements were not pursued.

[@StinzandL]

yes 900 cals a day is starvation. Plus I'm sure being in with others would drive a few stir-crazy shortly. (the tinned meats, etc. yes but this was a pretty rudimentary film)

[@butchkaminsky9470]

Who for got the spam, bake beans and a can opener!

[@insideoutsideupsidedown2218]

Sorry, budget cuts-- no can opener

[@butchkaminsky9470]

@@insideoutsideupsidedown2218 use a spoon and press real hard!

[@VictorySpeedway]

Wow. Somebody really screwed up.

[@insideoutsideupsidedown2218]

We don’t seem to have any problems, as long as we are only here for 48 hours….

[@MiyukiShirayama]

Is it just me or does Gary here look like Robocop with his helmet off? My mind keeps trying to see blinking lights and circuitry in that weird comb-over he's got.

[@razvandobos9759]

I would like to know what city and state this "Middlebury" takes place in.

[@brianrichard8310]

It is a "fictional" city they used as an example. They could have just as easily have called the town "Imagination Kansas". The principles are the same.

[@TheMysteryMan704]

Another video has a Middletown being hit.. Only Middletown that would be a primary would be Middletown, CT

[@brianrichard8310]

@@TheMysteryMan704 IT IS FICTION YOU SIMPLETON. DO YOU KNOW WHAT "FICTION" MEANS? IT DOESN'T EXIT!

[@TheMysteryMan704]

@@brianrichard8310 i know that. Just stating a fact as Middletown, CT is home to Pratt & Whitney's major manufacturing area.

[@sarahmathias9463]

@@brianrichard8310 Ah so it stays in one place forever since it doesn't exit.

[@razvandobos9759]

Wish there was a HDTV next to the shelter door on the wall.

[@brianrichard8310]

It was a "chalk board". Don't you remember school, a long time ago, teachers used to give students instruction on it. A smart t.v. was not invented, even in the real world, when this movie was made. Sheeesh!

[@razvandobos9759]

I know! Just think it’s cool to have one there in the present.

[@lindaeasley4336]

,public fallout shelters were a bad idea . Lots of strangers in cramped quarters for extended period of time leads to disaster itself .From a hygienic standpoint,as well as mental health

[@markkrause4407]

So you prefer death ? what is your option ?

[@razvandobos9759]

@@markkrause4407 uh a home shelter

[@sakkra93]

Honestly, I'd prefer to be in a public shelter as opposed to being on my own.

[@abysspegasusgaming]

At least it isn't Vault-Tec.

[@raxxtango]

WAS THE HEALTH AND "SANITATION" MANAGER...THE "TOE CUTTER" IN MAD MAX? (HUGES KEYS-BURNE)

[@katylake212]

How many annoying people can you shove into a small room? Apparently, at least 50, and half of them are in charge of something (like annoying the crop out of everyone else.) I mean, who needs a director in charge of fire prevention in a room that small? Can anyone figure out what to do in the event of a fire? And let's see, all the meals are a government biscuit and a cup of water, but we have to take a vote as to what time for meals, and if they should be served cafeteria style or via teenagers pressed into service as waiters. (Do I tip?) I'd pray to God I had a shelter at home just to avoid realizing how stupid my neighbors are.

[@lostcause2137]

I would be giving pastor smith a very hard time every night during his service.

[@mustangrt8866]

they also bought beer

[@johndoe-bq1xt]

heeey, its the head cylon dude from battle star galactica - guyus baltar?

[@quantumstereotv6319]

I haven't seen my Fallout: Shelter for AGES!!!! darn molerats!

[@thejewishredneckprepper4675]

What is wrong here, is religion. Not everyone in there may believe in the same god. Yet one preacher will throw his belief on everyone. So wrong.

[@grayeaglej]

A middle American town in the 1950s? Everyone is DEFINITELY the Same Religion, and were most likely All baptized by that Preacher. O.o

[@tjlovesrachel]

That’s what your worried about… lmaooooo

[@WealthyIndustrialist]

That’s the least important issue to be concerned with if this were a reality.

[@nate9331]

Religion is probably the most important

[@WealthyIndustrialist]

@@nate9331 not even remotely. If you and I are in an extreme survival situation like having to shore up in a fallout shelter, the absolute last thing I’m concerned about is what yours or any other occupant’s religious beliefs are.

[@peterphilstacey4698]

Bullshit....