Atomic Blog

The Atomic Bomb, a new weapon that was created by the help of many scientists, and looked over by President Truman. As Truman stepped forth to become president, he made a lot of very important decisions, and the first step, was to build an atomic bomb. After it was built, President Truman gave the Japanese a choice, to surrender, or to face the consequences. The Japanese didn't surrender and because of that, President Truman thought he had no choice and so, on August 6, 1945 the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima.

The First Atomic Bomb ("Little Boy") That Was Dropped On Hiroshima.

Although, this wasn't enough and the Japanese still held on. So, President Truman issued another bomb to be dropped, but this time on Nagasaki. So a few days after "Little Boy" was dropped, the second bomb called "Fat Man" was dropped on August, 1945

"Fat Man" getting loaded and ready to be dropped on Nagasaki.

This finally caused Japan to surrender. These atomic bombs were considered mandatory since it was believed to save future lives by costing less. They had many short effects that devastated Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and all of Japan.

The Aftermath in Nagasaki.

In both Hiroshima and Nagasaki, many innocent people were killed, a majority later died or were left with wounds or radiation, and the remaining were homeless and left there.

Dr. Nagai who survived the atomic bomb on Nagasaki, but later died to radiation.

These bombs finally ended the war because Japan was the last stop. Since the German, and the Italians had already surrendered, the only problem left for the allies was Japan. As the bombs bombarded Japan, it finally made them cave in and surrender. Even though World War II had cost so many lives, the fact that it was finally over filled the allies with joy.

New York's Time Square, where many people gathered to hear about Japan's terms of surrender.

World War II - During the War

Map of World War II in the Pacific Ocean.

Bombing in Pearl Harbor, with Battleship Arizona in the back.

This is important because: Pearl Harbor was the most disastrous moment in the U.S. and it led many to believe that, after the "day of infamy" it is time to go to war.

A Japanese Naval Ship that is trying to maneuver itself to dodge U.S. carrier planes.

This is very important because: The Battle of Midway helped shift the balance of naval power to the United States for the first time in WWII.

U.S. Soldiers marching to the coast, during D-Day.

This is important because: D-Day was one of the greatest allied achievements, by landing many men, and supplies on the coast of Calais.

American Troops passing the Siegfried Line heading for Germany.

This is important because: The Battle of the Bulge was Germany's "last chance" to break from the allies. Although, at the end of this battle, the Germans were pushed back, and had many casualties and fatalities.

The Preparations of invading and breaking the resistance of Iwo Jima.

This is important because: Iwo Jima was the time where we had many losses, but also the most memorable and heroic moments. After the capture, victory for the allies was in sight.

Beginnings of WWII

Tank demolition demostration in Bückeburg.

In this picture, it shows a vast amount of tanks that were prepared to demonstrate their power, in the city of Bückeburg, Germany. This arrangement of tanks, shows how much Germany has prepared for their revenge, and how their army has increased in numbers. Germany, was to break the Treaty of Versailles and with this much power in their hands, it would be difficult to stop them. Also, with Hitler as their dictator, he would lead them to a revival that would annihilate millions. This demonstration, would persuade people of the greatness and promises that Hitler could provide. So, with these tanks at the harvest festival, it would show people the revival of Germany's rise to power.

Cinderella Man

Social Problems Due to Poverty In The 1930's:


The Stock Market Crash led the life of luxury to the life of poverty:

• It forced children to sleep in the kitchen to save electricity and money.

• Sometimes parents lied to their children in order to give them more food, since it was scarce to obtain it.

A family who is stricken by poverty, with the mother and father pondering about their children's future.

• Many people looked for jobs during this economy, and since there were a mass amount of unemployment, there could only be a certain amount of people who can be hired.

• Some people even tried to hide their injuries in order to get a job and survive.

• Since a majority of people were facing poverty, people had to live in Hoovervilles that were mostly located in parks, like central park.

Hoovervilles located in the outskirts of New York.

• People were so poor they couldn't support their family, and so they had no choice but to send their kids away.

• Like in the movie, James did anything he could and ended up asking for money just so he could get his kids back.

• Poverty struck families so hard, that for birthdays all the kids needed to share one cake, since the parents couldn't really afford one.

• Workers even got paid less than they usually have if the economy wasn't as horrible. An example in the movie was, when James got paid $250 from his boxing match than what he got before which was $8860.

• People who seemed rich tried to maintain their image, even if it means selling their furniture and other things.