Question

Based on the table, what can you infer about Truman's goal for the nuclear attack on Japan?

Answer 1

Answer: A) Truman wanted to disrupt Japan's ability to wage war.

Explanation:

After the collapse of Italy and Germany, Japan was the only one to continue the war. And if over 60% of Japan's cities were destroyed, Japan was still planning military attacks. The United States lost a large number of troops in the fight against Japan. Therefore, the United States government called on Japan to capitulate to avoid further losses. Japa continued to ignore the United States' demands, so the Americans opted for an unconventional approach to war using nuclear weapons. The first bomb was dropped on Nagasaki on August 6, 1945. while the other was thrown on Hiroshima three days after that event. Realizing the power of atomic weapons, Japan decided to surrender unconditionally.