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Tsutomu Yamaguchi: The Man Who Survived Two Atomic Bombs

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The Story of Yamaguchi's Explosion

The world's first atomic bomb had just been dropped 1.9 miles or 3 kilometers away. Yamaguchi described the light as if it were a giant magnesium flare. The massive burst of light caused him to dive into a nearby ditch for safety, which probably saved his life. Just moments later, he and the surrounding area was hit by a massive shockwave.

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