TRUMAN AND HIS ADVISORY

Truman and His Advisory during World War II

Truman and His Advisory during World War II

Introduction

The paper focuses on the decisions made by the United States officials as to whether the atomic bomb should be dropped on Japan in the World War II or not. There were various reason behind using the atomic bomb in the world war. However, more or less it can be said that the decision regarding the usage of the atomic bomb in the World War II was made after taking into confidence all the allies. But its consequences were severe and it is evident from the historical perspectives that the atomic bomb should not have used.

Problem Statement

The atomic bomb has various severe effects that can cause the mankind to suffer great loss thus it should not be used in the World War II. It poses a severe threat to the cause of humanity and therefore, the governments and military strategists should devise a strategy to avoid the use of nukes against a large population.

Discussion

Pros And Cons of Use of the Atomic Bomb

There are different pros and cons of the usage of atomic bomb. The atomic bomb is one of its kind that is mainly use for the destruction of the specified area. The theory of atomic bomb was given by Einstein who is considerd to be the father of physics in the modern world. His aim of giving the theory of atomic bomb was matter can be converted into energy. However, he did not have idea that the usage of atomic bomb would be destructive for the mankind. The pros of atomic bomb are limited, however, the country who holds the atomic bomb can make their country safe from the evil eyes of their enemies planning to attack their territory. The cons of atomic bomb has over weigh the benefits of having it because countries possessing the atomic power have misuse it in the past. Besides, it is a chemical weapon whose impact runs through the generation as it can be observed in the case of Japan where people are suffering from effects of atomic bomb in terms of different mutational diseases (Crane, 1993). The order of Truman launched the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki is one of the most controversial decisions of the Second World War. The reason most often given is that the American president wanted to end ...