What is the importance of the atomic bomb in World War 2?

Answer 1

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In world war 2, an atomic bomb was created. Not only did it end the war, it also brought upon thousands of problems for civilization.

From the beginning, the atomic bomb was seen as an answer to end World War 2 as soon as possible. When Truman succeeded Roosevelt as president and axis Europe was conquered, the US still had to deal with Japan. the original method of "island-hopping" to battle Japan was successful, but costly. still, US planes were still capable of bombing mainland Japan. When, the US took over several islands only a few hundred miles away from Japan, everyone was anxious to end the war. An idea to take over Japan by land was introduced. However, the invasion was estimated to cost at least a million US lives and several months. Truman wanted to end the war quickly and favored the atomic bomb as the best solution.

When the two atomic bombs, Little Boy and Fat Man, were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, respectively, their devastation was so immense that Japan surrendered just a few days after the bombing. Whole cities were wiped out, thousands died instantaneously, and thousands more were victims of radioactive material. Offspring from victims were also infected.

After the blast in Japan, other countries noticed the power of atomic weapons. Millions of dollars were spent on researching the nuclear power. Soon, rivalries between countries heightened, especially between the US and Russia. Each threatening to kill each other with atomic bombs. Along with the bombing of Bikini Atoll (where the US claimed that the bombing was just a test of military exercise and study, many believe that this act was just to show off to rival countries how much power they have), the Cold War was ignited. For decades, Americans were constantly fearing Russian attacks.

Yes, the atomic bombs in world war 2 were important. They were very successful, but they are too powerful. You could say that the atomic bombs from WWII caused more problems than it solved. But one thing is for sure, with the introduction of the atomic bomb, the method for warfare was changed forever.

Answer 2

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What is the importance of the atomic bomb in World War 2?

Answer 3

Please understand that the dropping of the atomic bombs in Japan did not end the war. Years of fighting, attrition, and several decisive battles did. The importance of the atomic bomb is that it showed the world the true power of the atomic bomb and its horrible aftermath (for sure, the American scientists at that time did not know the full extent of the damage that an atomic bomb can cause), and sadly, it also showed the world the United States' willingness to destroy humanity for its own gain.

Answer 4

The atomic bomb ended World War II with bringing about the surrender of Japan. However, it was not necessary. America simply wanted either to show off their power to the world or to get even for Pearl Harbor; after the Battle of Midway the war was actually pretty much won. This bombing was an unnecessary coup de grace.

Answer 5

There was two atomic bombs that fell on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. the importance of that event led to destruction and casualties so that the Japanese military would weaken from the affect of the atomic bomb.

Answer 6

It ended the war quicker and with fewer American causalities. Instead of hopping from island to island in the Pacific which would have taken months we dropped the bomb. It also established us as a war nation which was important for the upcoming cold war with Communist Parties.

Answer 7

It ended the war.

Answer 8

In short, it ended the war. The Japanese could not compete with a weapon of that magnitude.

Answer 9

It ended the war with Japan and made a D-Day style
landing un-necessary....Saving many lives...

Answer 10

I'm not a history buff, but I believe the significance is that it changed the rules of engagement. It taught the world not to underestimate the enemy.