Mr. Andrew Pelosi-----Social Studies Department-----Use of the Atomic Bomb During World War II

Formal Surrender of Japan, World War II,
September 2, 1945 aboard the USS Missouri

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Use of the Atomic Bomb During WWII  

In the upcoming debate, you will be expected to defend whether

or not the United States shouldhave used atomic weapons against

Japan at the end of WWII.  You may also want to take into account

the role of nuclear weapons and nuclear power in the world post
WWII.

Question:  Should the United States have dropped atomic bombs

on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?  

Historical Background:

Opening Statement:

Position #1:

Position #2:

Position #3:

Position #4:

Position #5:

Deference to the opposing side:

Closing Statement: