Psychological Effects Of Hiroshima

Prior to Hiroshima, Japan kept itself isolated for a long time and while it experienced internal conflicts, the country endured during peacetime. When World War II struck, Japan experienced multiple external conflicts; tension between countries gradually grew. America later dropped two atomics bombs and as a result, the citizens were mortified. Although they were somewhat prepared for war, the people of Hiroshima did not expect an actual bomb to destroy their lives and homes. Survivors in the book recalled feeling apathetic and helpless as they witnessed people dying everywhere and corpses piling up. After wandering in the forest, Reverend Mr. Kiyoshi finds a group of soldiers with their eyes melted out and barely alive. He then curses the Americans for bringing such an act to Japan. This act of war proved how fragile life was during that time for the Japanese; a peaceful society's control was ultimately an illusion. …show more content…
Nakamura experiences events of war and peace. She has a simple and peaceful life as a seamstress before the war. When the war starts, she has a harder time supporting her family and sells many of her prized possesions like her kimonos and tools. Her tensions for the enemies of Japan naturally grow until the final trump card of America slaps onto Japan. Witnessing the inferno of Hiroshima causes Nakamura to hate America even more. This causes her decisions and feelings run into havoc, thus causing disorder. When she manages to recover, she forgives the Americans , gets a better job and house, and lives a life that is once again tranquil. Because it demonstrates the idea that true victory is of peace and forgiveness, this example is a suitable