The atomic bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945. The first bomb was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, leading to massive destruction and immediate loss of life. Three days later, on August 9, a second bomb was dropped on Nagasaki. The bombings were intended to induce Japan’s unconditional surrender in World War II. The devastation caused resulted in over 200,000 deaths, with many more suffering long-term health effects. These events played a crucial role in ending the war but also sparked global ethical debates regarding nuclear warfare and civilian casualties that continue to resonate today.