A significant division exists among Americans regarding the justification of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. The bomb on Hiroshima killed at least 70,000 people, and Nagasaki saw at least 40,000 casualties. Initial approval for the bombings reached 85 percent in the US, but opinions have become mixed. A recent poll showed that nearly one-third viewed the bombings as justified, another third thought they were not, and the remainder were uncertain. Support has steadily declined over time as doubts about the bombings have emerged.
"At least 70,000 people were killed in Hiroshima, while the death toll in Nagasaki was at least 40,000, with some figures suggesting even higher casualties."
"Approval for the bombing reached 85 percent in the days following the attacks, yet perceptions have become increasingly mixed as time has passed."
"Polls indicate that Americans are split into three categories regarding the justification of the bombings, showing a steady decline in support over the years."
"Eileen Yam from Pew Research Center notes that Americans have become less supportive of the justification for the bombings as time has gone by."
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