Task 3 - After the bombs were dropped
Click on each of the links to find out reaction to the decisions to the use of atomic bombs.
As you accumulate information from the links, use the T-Notes to create a list of pros and cons in the aftermath of the decision to use atomic bombs. Follow all the directions for the Task 3 rubric found on the Evaluation page. |
Captain Paul Tibbets on dropping the Atomic Bomb
President Truman announces Japan's surrender The Atomic Cafe (0:00-10:25) Testimony of Hibakusha President Truman did not understand Essay: Why Did We Drop the Bomb? Enola Gay Crew Members Letter Several quotes about the use of the atomic bomb At Ground Zero (click the back button when finished) Was the bomb dropped to impress the Soviets? Was Japan already defeated? Was Japan fairly warned? |