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Truman’s decision to bomb Japan was . . . (right / wrong) for . . . reasons (i said he was wrong)
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Answer 1

Truman's decision to bomb Japan was wrong for several reasons. Firstly, the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki resulted in massive civilian casualties and suffering, raising ethical questions about the justification of using such weapons against non-combatants. Secondly, there were alternative strategies available that could have led to Japan's surrender without resorting to nuclear warfare, such as a demonstration of the bomb's power or intensified conventional warfare. Finally, the use of atomic bombs set a dangerous precedent for future conflicts and contributed to the onset of the Cold War, as it marked the beginning of a nuclear arms race that has had lasting implications for global security. Overall, the decision to employ such devastating force was not only morally questionable but also shortsighted in its long-term consequences.