Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Hiroshima and Nagasaki were Japanese cities targeted by the United States during World War II, where atomic bombs were dropped in August 1945. Hiroshima was bombed on August 6, and Nagasaki on August 9. These bombings resulted in massive destruction and significant loss of life, leading to an estimated total of 200,000 deaths, primarily among civilians. The bombings contributed to Japan's surrender on August 15, effectively ending the war. They also marked the first and only use of nuclear weapons in conflict, raising profound ethical questions and leading to ongoing discussions about nuclear warfare and international relations.