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Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and The Brutal Calculus of WWII (1945) w/ Garrett Graff

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The Atomic Dilemma: Truman's Choice

This chapter examines President Truman's contentious decision to use atomic bombs on Japan during WWII, considering the historical circumstances and moral complexities surrounding the choice. It contrasts the destruction caused by nuclear weapons with previous extensive bombing campaigns, revealing profound consequences of warfare. Lastly, it emphasizes the importance of listening to the voices of survivors and understanding the legacy of these events in today's global context.

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