Was the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki justified?

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Teachit Author
Was the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki justified?
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Modern World c. 1900-present: Second World War
Resource type
Student activity
Role play/debate/discussion
Concepts and methods
Using evidence
Students use a source pack to prepare arguments on either side of this difficult debate. Evidence is provided from a range of sources including an American history textbook and witness testimony. A task sheet and teaching notes explain how to put a range of activities into action.

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Really helpful, thank you. Used as part of planning for lesson on Terror Bombing in WW2

Samantha Colvin

29/03/2019

5

Really helpful, thank you. Used as part of planning for lesson on Terror Bombing in WW2

Samantha Colvin

29/03/2019

5