That history should not repeat: Hiroshima’s storytellers
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Echoes of Hiroshima: Preserving Survivor Narratives
This chapter explores the tragic impact of the Hiroshima atomic bombing through the personal accounts of survivors, particularly highlighting Takeoka Chisako's efforts to share her story. It examines the urgency of preserving these narratives as the average age of hibakusha rises and the number of those able to recount their experiences dwindles. The chapter also addresses the complexities of Japan's wartime memory and the ongoing challenges to nuclear non-proliferation amidst evolving global dynamics.
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