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The atomic bomb is dropped on Japan...



Item # 720308

August 07, 1945

THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, Aug. 7, 1945 

* Atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan
* World War II ending - surrender nears


Of course this publication is mostly financial related, but because of the historical significance of this particular event, the front page has some first hand reporting with a small one column heading: "New Atomic Bomb Dropped on Jap City Is 'Most Terrible Destructive Force'" with more. (see images)
Complete with 8 pages, some binding holes along the spine, nice condition.

AI notes: In August of 1945, during the final stages of World War II, the United States dropped an atomic bomb named "Little Boy" on Hiroshima, Japan, marking the first use of nuclear weapons in warfare. The bomb devastated the city, killing an estimated 70,000–80,000 people instantly, with total deaths rising significantly due to radiation and injuries. The attack aimed to force Japan’s surrender and was followed by a second bombing on Nagasaki three days later. These events contributed to Japan’s surrender on August 15, effectively ending World War II and ushering in the nuclear age.

Category: World War II