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Hiroshima and Nagasaki are two major cities in Japan. During World War II, in August 1945, these cities were struck by extremely powerful weapons known as “atomic bombs.” Hiroshima was bombed on 6 August and Nagasaki on 9 August. These explosions caused massive destruction in both cities, injuring and killing many people. Significance of the Event When an atomic bomb detonates, it releases enormous energy. This energy produces both extremely high temperatures and a powerful shockwave. The explos