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Aerial view of the damage inflicted on the city of Hiroshima by the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan by the Americans, World War II, August 1945 (b / w photo)
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Aerial view of the damage inflicted on the city of Hiroshima by the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan by the Americans, World War II, August 1945 (b / w photo)
6015245 Aerial view of the damage inflicted on the city of Hiroshima by the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan by the Americans, World War II, August 1945 (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aerial view of the damage inflicted on the city of Hiroshima by the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan by the Americans, World War II, August 1945. Illustration from The Second Great War, A Standard History, Volume Five (The Waverley Book Company Ltd in association with The Amalgamated Press Ltd, London, c1946).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22813038
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1940 1949 19401949 1940s Damage Effects Forties Hiroshima Horror Nineteen Forties Radius Second World War The Forties World War 2 World War Ii World War Two Wwii Atom Bomb Atomic Bomb Nuclear Weapons
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This powerful print captures the devastating aftermath of the first atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima during World War II. Taken by an American photographer in August 1945, it provides an aerial view of the immense damage inflicted upon the city. The image showcases a scene of utter destruction, with buildings reduced to rubble and vast areas reduced to ash. The haunting photograph serves as a chilling reminder of the horrors unleashed by nuclear warfare. It symbolizes both the destructive power of atomic bombs and the immense human suffering that ensued from their use. The city's landscape is transformed into a desolate wasteland, conveying a sense of loss and despair. Published in "The Second Great War: A Standard History" this image offers historical documentation of one of humanity's darkest moments. It stands as a testament to the catastrophic consequences that war can have on innocent civilians caught in its path. As we reflect on this photograph, we are reminded not only of Hiroshima's tragic past but also our collective responsibility to ensure such devastation is never repeated. It serves as a somber reminder for future generations about the importance of peace, diplomacy, and understanding among nations. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to bear witness to history and encourages us to strive for a world free from violence and destruction.
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