The U.S. military reported after the fact that "On August 9, 1945, the initial target of the nuclear attack was Kokura, but clouds over the target made it impossible to visually sight the target, so we were forced to drop a nuclear bomb on a second target, Nagasaki." Most Japanese people believe this story. In particular, the citizens of Kokura, who having "luckily survived" did not spare any effort to cooperate with the U.S. military when the Korean War five years later. This book establishes that this after-the-fact report was false strategic information. Uncover the truth behind the Nagasaki bombing and its lasting impact. Was the official story a strategic deception? Hironobu Fujio challenges the accepted narrative, revealing a hidden history of World War II. This book delves into the moral, political, and spiritual dimensions of nuclear warfare, urging a world free from nuclear paralysis.
Explore the untold stories of Kokura, Urakami Cathedral, and the key figures involved. Fujio dissects military reports, survivor testimonies, and political statements to expose the complexities and controversies surrounding this pivotal event. Discover the path to peace through a sober understanding of global affairs.
This book is for readers interested in World War II history, Japanese history, and the ethics of nuclear warfare. It offers a powerful call for reflection and action in the pursuit of a more peaceful world, and it is hoped that this will help to increase momentum for the abolition of nuclear weapons.
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