The Dawn of the Atomic Age and Reflections on War

The video discusses the development and use of atomic bombs during World War 2, focusing on the Manhattan Project and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It explores the ethical implications and the long-term effects of nuclear weapons, including the concept of mutually assured destruction. The video concludes with a reflection on the need for peace to prevent future nuclear conflicts.

What were the long-term effects of radiation exposure on the survivors of the atomic bomb?

Discuss the concept of mutually assured destruction in the context of nuclear weapons.

Was the United States justified in dropping the atomic bombs on civilians in Japan? Provide arguments for both sides.