The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki

"The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima & Nagasaki" is an official report published by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. It provides a detailed account of the devastating atomic bombings that occurred in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, marking the first and only use of atomic weapons in history (as of the publication date). The report is compiled by a group of military physicians and engineers who were part of the initial U.S. forces that entered the destroyed cities. It offers a clinical description of the widespread destruction, immense loss of life, and the prolonged suffering endured by the survivors. The report's appendix features a poignant firsthand narrative from a German Jesuit priest who survived the Hiroshima blast and witnessed the aftermath. This account provides a stark contrast to the objective tone of the report, conveying the emotional impact of the events. The recording of this summary was created on the 63rd anniversary of the bombings, providing a timely reflection on th