World War II: Causes & consequences
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Atomic bomb - hiroshima & nagasaki
Web resources
National Geographic Explorer - 24 Hours After Hiroshima - video Dailymotion
This film explores the devastating impact of the bomb, the U.S. military’s investigation into its effects, and the human stories of those who lived through the explosion and its consequences. Includes survivor testimonies, military reports, and scientific analysis.
The Voice of Hibakusha | The Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
AtomicArchive.com resource presents firsthand testimonies from survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings, offering powerful insights into the human cost of nuclear warfare. These translated accounts, originally part of the Hiroshima Witness project, provide a deeply personal perspective on the devastation and long-term consequences of the atomic bombings.
This film explores the devastating impact of the bomb, the U.S. military’s investigation into its effects, and the human stories of those who lived through the explosion and its consequences. Includes survivor testimonies, military reports, and scientific analysis.
The Voice of Hibakusha | The Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
AtomicArchive.com resource presents firsthand testimonies from survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings, offering powerful insights into the human cost of nuclear warfare. These translated accounts, originally part of the Hiroshima Witness project, provide a deeply personal perspective on the devastation and long-term consequences of the atomic bombings.
Print resources
Hiroshima by John Hersey [Call # 940.54 HAR]
A powerful account of the atomic bombing through the personal stories of six survivors, capturing the immediate devastation and long-term effects of nuclear warfare. Uses primary source material to provide an overview of the events that led up to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and the impact of this decision.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki by Michal Buran (Call# 940.54 BUR)
A vivid, narrative nonfiction account of the atomic bombings during World War II, weaving together personal stories from survivors and historical figures to explore the development, deployment, and aftermath of the bombs.
A powerful account of the atomic bombing through the personal stories of six survivors, capturing the immediate devastation and long-term effects of nuclear warfare. Uses primary source material to provide an overview of the events that led up to the dropping of the atom bomb on Hiroshima and the impact of this decision.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki by Michal Buran (Call# 940.54 BUR)
A vivid, narrative nonfiction account of the atomic bombings during World War II, weaving together personal stories from survivors and historical figures to explore the development, deployment, and aftermath of the bombs.
Database resources
"Hiroshima." [World Book Advanced]
Miriam Kingsberg Kadia’s Hiroshima article provides a concise and informative overview of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, examining its historical context, immediate devastation, and long-term global impact. The entry is a reliable reference for understanding the event’s significance in World War II and its enduring legacy.
“The Shadow of Hiroshima.” [EBSCO Host. Academic Search Premier]
Older article. Sharon Begley reflects on the enduring psychological and environmental consequences of the atomic bombing. This includes possible links to cancer in those who survived; Effects on unborn children; Testing done on animals; Radiation Effects Research Foundation (RERF); Epidemiology studies of bomb survivors.
Miriam Kingsberg Kadia’s Hiroshima article provides a concise and informative overview of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, examining its historical context, immediate devastation, and long-term global impact. The entry is a reliable reference for understanding the event’s significance in World War II and its enduring legacy.
“The Shadow of Hiroshima.” [EBSCO Host. Academic Search Premier]
Older article. Sharon Begley reflects on the enduring psychological and environmental consequences of the atomic bombing. This includes possible links to cancer in those who survived; Effects on unborn children; Testing done on animals; Radiation Effects Research Foundation (RERF); Epidemiology studies of bomb survivors.
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EBSCO Host: An academic database with scholarly articles, magazines, and historical journals. It is ideal for in-depth research and citations.
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Gale Canada in Context: Contains articles, primary sources, and multimedia content tailored for students. Good for Canadian content and perspectives.
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CBC Curio: Provides access to documentaries, news reports, and archival footage from CBC.
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