Paul W. Henriksen

About the Author

Paul W. Henriksen is a distinguished historian and author specializing in the pivotal events of the atomic age. With a background in nuclear history and archival research, he brings meticulous detail and insightful analysis to his examinations of scientific milestones. His seminal work, Critical Assembly: A Technical History of Los Alamos during the Oppenheimer Years, 1943–1945 (Volume 0), offers an in-depth look at the Manhattan Project's core operations, drawing on declassified documents and firsthand accounts to illuminate the technical challenges and human stories behind the development of the atomic bomb. Henriksen's scholarship bridges the gap between science, policy, and ethics, providing essential reading for those interested in the origins of modern nuclear technology and its enduring legacy.