Others viewed it as a necessary measure to protect national security interests from "summary" of American Prometheus by Kai Bird,Martin J. Sherwin
The decision to develop atomic bombs during World War II was not without controversy. Some believed it was a necessary step to ensure the security of the nation. The threats posed by the Axis powers were real, and the United States needed to do everything in its power to protect itself and its allies. The development of atomic bombs was seen as a way to deter further aggression and bring a swift end to the war. However, not everyone agreed with this perspective. Some argued that the use of atomic bombs was a morally questionable act that would have far-reaching consequences. The destruction caused by t...
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