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234 – Truman and the Decision to Drop the Bomb
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It was only as Harry S. Truman was sworn in as the 33rd president of the United States that he was told of the Manhattan Project. In this episode, we embark on a journey through one of the most controversial and consequential decisions in modern history: Truman’s choice to drop atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II.
The story of this decision is complex, marked by intense debates, ethical dilemmas, and immense geopolitical stakes. As the war in Europe concluded with the defeat of Nazi Germany, the Pacific Theater continued to rage with brutal intensity. American forces faced fierce resistance from Japanese troops, and the prospect of a prolonged and bloody invasion of Japan loomed large.
In this episode, we’ll explore the multifaceted considerations that influenced Truman’s decision. We’ll examine the military strategies, the political pressures, and the moral questions that weighed on the shoulders of the 33rd President of the United States.
I’m joined by Edward Aldrich, the author of The Partnership: George Marshall, Henry Stimson, and the Extraordinary Collaboration That Won World War II. To learn more about Marshall and Stimson, go back to episode 164.
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