It has been over 70 years since the atomic bomb was dropped, yet the decision still is potent and
continues to be debated. Read the following prompt and write your essay:
“You realize, once the military have this, they will use it, no matter what you say,” said Albert
Einstein in a letter to FDR about the atomic bomb. For this essay, I would like you to consider
the following. What reasons support the dropping of the atomic bomb? Look at resources found
from the Harry Truman Library. What are the counterarguments? There has been a great deal
of revisionist history here (you might want to look at the controversy concerning the display of
the Enola Gay at the Smithsonian in 1995. Discuss both arguments thoroughly and figure out
what you think. The essay should be 2-3 pages long, with appropriate citations.
I would take a look at the city of Hiroshima’s web site for more information.
It has been over 70 years since the atomic bomb was dropped, yet the decision st
Important - Read this before proceeding
These instructions reflect a task our writers previously completed for another student. Should you require assistance with the same assignment, please submit your homework details to our writers’ platform. This will ensure you receive an original paper, you can submit as your own. For further guidance, visit our ‘How It Works’ page.
