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Hiroshima
Weapons of Mass Destruction: How Will They Remember Us?
By Usman Khan
At a time of rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific, it is wise to recall the lessons of the past.
How Japan Views History
By Shannon Tiezzi
Japan’s memorials and museums shape national narratives on how to remember the war, honor the dead, and ensure peace.
Let's Keep the Abe Statement in Perspective
By Brad Glosserman
It is important to distinguish between the man making the statement and the country he leads.
Giulio Douhet and the End of the Pacific War
By Francis Sempa
The horrors of the strategic bombing of Japan in WWII followed the advice of this Italian author.
Atomic Remembrance and Japan's Security Reform Debate
By Mina Pollmann
The 70th anniversary of the bombings at Hiroshima and Nagasaki is a focal point for opponents of defense reform.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Remembering the Power of Peace
By Kumi Naidoo
Japan’s nuclear history reflects humanity’s capacity for destruction – and peace.
Was Nuclear Weapon Use in Hiroshima Really a Turning Point in World War 2?
By Ankit Panda
Bombing Hiroshima and Nagasaki did little to convince Japanese leaders to end the war.
G7 2016 Summit to Be Held at Site of Mie’s Ise Shrine
By Kyla Ryan
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe hopes to send a message with the choice of location.
Chinese Diplomat: Hiroshima and Nagasaki Were Bombed for a Reason
By Shannon Tiezzi
The battle over World War II history flares up during the ongoing NPT Review Conference.
Japan’s Nuclear Diplomacy
By Mina Pollmann
At the NPT review conference, Japanese politicians and citizens push for a nuclear-weapons-free world.
Why Nuclear Weapons Work
By Zachary Keck
Far from being a myth, nuclear deterrence is nearly an ironclad law.
Yes, Hiroshima and Nagasaki Definitely Saved Lives
By Zachary Keck
The Pacific Realist responds to Ward Wilson about whether the atomic bombings of Japan saved lives or not.