Hiroshima Memorial

So, today Yale and I were able to spend some time visiting different WWII-related memorials in the city of Hiroshima. It was somewhat awe-inspiring to really be in such a historic place. Unfortunately, Hiroshima is known for a catastrophic event that took place at 8:15 am on August 6, 1945. I wonder if Truman and the scientists that developed the bomb really knew what they were creating. In my history class, we watched Atomic Café, a collection of propaganda films from the 1960's discussing what to do in case of a nuclear attack. Anyway, it is amazing what devastation this bombed created—and in such a short period of time. Walking through the museum in the Peace Memorial Park, it was interesting to learn why Hiroshima was chosen. I didn't realize that it was one of the few cities that didn't have any Americans POWs in it. That's how this city was selected. While in the park, we stopped by the Atomic Bomb Dome and took some pictures. There was one picture that we took directly in front where Yale and I didn't feel that it was appropriate for us to smile, so we look like a pair of chumps. It was a good day. I'm glad that I was able to make the trek to Hiroshima, even if it was for just one day.