A video called "Duck and Cover", which is a song made for children that outlines what to do in the circumstance of a nuclear attack. Why do you think the government thought it was important to show children this video in the 1950s and 1960s? (Be specific and concise)

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The government thought it was important to show children the "Duck and Cover" video in the 1950s and 1960s because of the prevalent threat of nuclear weapons during the Cold War. They wanted to prepare children for a potential nuclear attack and instill a sense of preparedness and safety in the case of such an event. The video aimed to educate and reassure children, helping them understand the importance of taking immediate protective action in a dangerous situation.