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General view looking across the centre of damage at Hiroshima following the dropping of
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General view looking across the centre of damage at Hiroshima following the dropping of
General view looking across the centre of damage at Hiroshima following the dropping of the " Little Boy" atomic bomb on Monday 6th August 1945. The explosion killed an estimated 80, 000 people, by the end of the year, injury and radiation had killed a estimated further 70, 000 - 80, 000 people. August 1945
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This haunting print captures the devastating aftermath of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima on August 6th, 1945. The general view shows a chilling scene of utter destruction and desolation at the epicenter of the blast. The once vibrant city now lies in ruins, reduced to rubble and debris. The immediate impact of the explosion resulted in an estimated 80,000 lives lost, but this number would tragically rise as injuries and radiation took their toll. By year's end, an additional 70,000 to 80,000 people had succumbed to these silent killers. This image serves as a stark reminder of the immense human cost inflicted by nuclear warfare during World War II. It encapsulates both the horrors endured by those who perished instantly and those who suffered prolonged agony from radiation sickness. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it is essential that we remember not only the victims but also reflect on our shared responsibility to prevent such atrocities from happening again. This image stands as a testament to humanity's capacity for destruction but should also serve as a catalyst for peace-building efforts worldwide. Memory Lane Prints has preserved this historical moment through their poignant collection of photographs capturing significant events throughout history.
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