M. G. Sheftall

M. G. Sheftall, a historian and professor, discusses his compelling work, 'Nagasaki: The Last Witnesses.' He shares harrowing survivor testimonies from hibakusha, shedding light on life before and after the atomic bomb. The conversation delves into the ethical dilemmas of interviewing survivors and contrasts the experiences of hibakusha with American pilots. Sheftall emphasizes the unique identity of Nagasaki, the role of faith in recovery, and the importance of memory in understanding nuclear history. He concludes with a powerful message against the use of nuclear weapons.