For 20 years, the launch code for US nuclear missiles was 00000000.

The code was even written down on the launch instructions, in case anyone forgot.
Think about that the next time you’re lamenting how unsecure your ‘TSA-appoved’ locks are!
(HT: Randy Barnett)
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