Japan, August 1945
On August 6, 1945, at 8:15 a.m., the world witnessed an unprecedented horror—the detonation of the atomic bomb "Little Boy" over Hiroshima.
The city was instantly transformed into a wasteland of fire, destruction, and unimaginable suffering.
Three days later, on August 9, the bomb "Fat Man" was dropped on Nagasaki, sealing Japan's fate.
The devastation killed over 200,000 civilians, many instantly, others succumbing to radiation and injuries.
The bombings forced Emperor Hirohito to announce Japan's surrender, bringing World War II to an end.
This moment marked the dawn of the nuclear age—a terrifying power that forever changed global politics and warfare.
The ethical and moral debates around the bomb's use continue to haunt humanity.