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One of the few structures to be left standing in the Japanese city of Hiroshima following
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One of the few structures to be left standing in the Japanese city of Hiroshima following
One of the few structures to be left standing in the Japanese city of 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 further estimated 70, 000 - 80, 000 people. The effect of the blast on this reinforced concrete building was to force the roof downwards partially collapsing the building. Approximately 70% of the citys buildings were destroyed, and another 7% severely damaged. August 1945
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Remembering the Devastation - A Glimpse into Hiroshima's Dark Past
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. This haunting print captures one of the few structures that managed to withstand the catastrophic aftermath of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima. On that fateful day, Monday 6th August 1945, known as "Little Boy" this city became synonymous with unimaginable destruction and loss. The reinforced concrete building depicted here stands as a solemn testament to the sheer power unleashed by nuclear warfare. The force of the blast pushed down upon its roof, causing it to partially collapse under the weight of devastation. It serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and fragility in times of war. Hiroshima paid an unimaginably high price for being ground zero in this horrific event. The explosion claimed approximately 80,000 lives instantly, while another estimated 70,000-80,000 perished due to injuries and radiation by year-end. This cataclysmic event forever altered not only Hiroshima but also our understanding of warfare's destructive potential. As we gaze upon these ruins and rubble strewn across what was once a thriving cityscape, let us never forget the immense suffering endured during World War II's Pacific conflict. With around 70% of buildings destroyed and an additional 7% severely damaged throughout Hiroshima, it is vital that we honor those who lost their lives by striving for peace and ensuring such horrors are never repeated. This photograph from Memory Lane Prints serves as a somber
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