Warfare

On the fateful morning of August 6, 1945, the world witnessed a cataclysmic event that would forever change the course of history. The United States, in an unprecedented move, dropped an atomic bomb named "Little Boy" on the city of Hiroshima, Japan. This momentous event marked the beginning of the end of World War II and introduced humanity to the devastating power of nuclear weapons. In this article, we delve into the details of the Hiroshima bombing, exploring the historical context, the development of the atomic bomb, and the far-reaching consequences of this tragic event.                         Picture courtsey:atomicarchive.com Background and Development of the Atomic Bomb The development of the atomic bomb was a top-secret project known as the Manhattan Project, initiated by the United States during World War II. Scientists like Robert Oppenheimer, Enrico Fermi, and Leo Szilard worked tirelessly to harness the power of nuclear fission. The project culminated in the su