Three Narratives Of Our Humanity By John W.

World War II was one of the most destructive conflicts in human history, with an estimated 60 million deaths, America's use of the atomic bomb to end WWII gave rise to a debate on the ethical justification for using such weapons. The carnage began in September 1939 the day that Germany invaded Poland, and in 1945 it ended with a mushroom cloud enveloping Nagasaki. This bloodshed involved two main powers, the Axis powers made up of Germany, Japan, and Italy battling against the Allied forces of the Soviet Union, Britain, and the United States. This war was caused by the harsh terms of the Treaty of Versailles and the economic depression in Germany, leading to the German conquest of regaining former power. After Germany's defeat, sights were

The use of the atomic bomb when strategically compared to a land invasion, in fact prevented the loss of any U.S. soldiers lives, as well as the death of many Japanese citizens. Excerpts from “Three Narratives of our Humanity” by John W, debates whether or not the nuclear bombing was necessary to shock the Japanese into surrender and describes how the Japanese recall the war through a lens of their own victimization. An excerpt claims, “it is argued that the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima was necessary to shock the Japanese to surrender”. This presents a compelling argument supporting the ethicality of the bombings through its logical and strategic worth. It can be seen as a calculated decision with the goal of bringing a sudden end to the war. Through the deliverance of a devastating blow, the bombings were intended to shock Japanese leadership with the overwhelming military might possessed by the United States. The strategic approach aimed to minimize the loss of human life a prolonged war would bring, for both American and Japanese soldiers, including the innocent civilians caught in the crossfire. Considering the logical strategy behind the bombings, an argument can be made that it was ethically justifiable in the pursuit of a quick and decisive end to the

In making the decision to involve such devastating force, it is understood that the Japanese would carry the majority of the consequences. However, with the alternative being a land invasion the bombing appears the most respectful option. The source is a quote from James Brynes who was one of Truman's advisors on the atomic bomb. He hoped to halt the Soviet Union's growth, as well as defeat Japan. The secretary of state was worried about Russia’s post war activities, and expressed concern about the Russian troops moving into Hungary and Romania. Stinson claims “Using the atomic bomb now, would prevent a future war and the bomb from ever being used again.” It suggests that using the bomb as a show of force would serve as a deterrent and prevent future wars while guarding the destructive power from ever being used in war again. The use of the atomic bomb was compelled by the notion that it would serve as a powerful deterrent, potentially preventing future conflicts and saving countless lives. The source is several debates on whether Japan would have surrendered without the atomic bombs, whilst also exploring if the U.S. had ulterior motives in the use of the atomic bombs. An excerpt says “After the government’s strictures against surrender, the emperor and the Cabinet saved face by declaring that they were surrendering in order to prevent