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Vonnegut and the Bomb

The Atlantic Out Loud

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Morality and the Atomic Bomb

This chapter examines the moral complexities of the atomic bomb's creation and use, highlighting the justifications made by scientists in the context of war. It powerfully contrasts the impact on innocent civilians, particularly children in Hiroshima, with a critique of the glorification of war and the detachment of those who create destructive technology.

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