During the past weeks, Japan's earthquake, the resulting tsunami and damage to several of the country's nuclear power plants have brought this energy source to the news. The benefits, challenges and dangers of nuclear energy have been much discussed. Sometimes in heated, partisan ways. Since a little historical perspective is always a good thing, Salem Press has four articles (from four reference works) that you may find informative. You may download them freely, print as many copies of these articles as you need, and distribute them any way you'd like. To download these articles click on In the News.Labels: articles, nuclear_power, salem_press