Introduction
The atomic bomb left a huge impact on both the world of 1945 and the world today. It has left its legacy, both good and bad, on the citizens of Japan and America. Citizens from both countries can argue that the bombing was justified or unjustified, but an overwhelming amount of facts show that the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki was justified and necessary to end World War II.
Thesis Statement: The atomic bomb dropped in 1945 by the United States instilled a fear of American retaliation in foreign countries, prevented another world war, and saved millions of Allied soldiers’ lives.
Sub Topic 1
The atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki instilled a fear of American retaliation in foreign countries. The atomic bomb
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officials at the time thought the Japanese would most likely fight to the bitter end. Thousands- maybe millions- of them would die. It was estimated that about 1 million Allied soldiers would be killed as well” (Langley).
Atomic bombing was the undisputable answer. The atomic bomb saved American lives and Japanese servicemen lives.
“How, then, to weaken Japan’s will to resist quickly and efficiently without exposing U.S servicemen to unnecessary risks? Atomic weapons seemed to hold the answer” (Atomic Bomb- Justified?).
The atomic bombs encouraged Japan to surrender. These bombs made them have a desperate need to end the war. In return, it saved American lives by preventing an overwhelming invasion.
Conclusion
To conclude, the atomic bomb instilled a fear of American retaliation in foreign countries, prevented a World War III , and saved millions of Allied soldiers’ lives that would have been lost through an invasion. The bomb was critical to ending the war. The Japanese refused surrender without a major turning point in the war. The atomic bomb made this turning point a reality and shocked them into surrender. American officials made the right decision on August 6, 1945. Their decision has made the world safer for decades to