History & Displacement
A clear timeline of nuclear testing, fallout, evacuation, return, and ongoing displacement.
1946–1958
U.S. Nuclear Testing
67 nuclear detonations conducted in the Marshall Islands.
March 1, 1954
Castle Bravo
Fallout from the largest U.S. nuclear explosion rained over Rongelap.
March 3, 1954
Emergency Evacuation
Residents evacuated to Kwajalein after radiation sickness appeared.
1957
Return to Rongelap
Families were told the islands were safe and encouraged to return.
1985
Second Evacuation
Community evacuation supported by Greenpeace to Mejato Island.
Today
Our Mission
Rongelap Rising Alliance advocates for justice, care, cultural survival, and safe return.