Source A The use of atomic weapons on the cities of Nagasaki and Hiroshima in Japan in early August 1945 demonstrated the terrible power of this new technology
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The use of atomic weapons on the cities of Nagasaki and Hiroshima in Japan in early August 1945 had demonstrated the terrible power of this new technology. The death toll in both attacks has been disputed but credible estimates range from 110,000 to 210,000 killed.
After the Nagasaki attack, President Truman was clearly disturbed by the consequences of the bombings and stated that ‘the thought of wiping out another 100,000 people was too horrible’. He put a stop to any further bombing. The devastating effects of these new weapons ensured that their future use would be avoided if possible.
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