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Please help me within 24 hours (100 points worth). "Letter from the Future to Harry S. Truman" Assignment

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United States President Harry S. Truman is the only leader of a nation to authorize the use of nuclear warfare against another nation. It was probably the most difficult decision of his life. For this assignment, you are to write a letter to President Truman advising him of the consequences a decision to use nuclear warfare will have on the world—you are welcome to choose whether you advise him to drop the bomb or to not drop the bomb. But regardless of your position, you must include the following topics:

War conditions as of July 1945—who was in a position to help the United States in the Pacific Theater, was Japan in a condition to continue the war, how many people had died in the Pacific Theater to date
Descriptions of the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki—how many people lived there, what were the cities known for (industrial and historical), where were the cities located in relations to other sites
Mention of the possible political repercussions—including theories that it was racially motivated, theories that it was politically motivated to send a message to the Soviet Union, Cold War arms race
Description of the physical and humanitarian effects—for this section, you may include photographs to prove your point of the destruction reaped on the cities as well as eye-witness accounts of the destruction reaped on humanity—include immediate and long-term effects
Be sure to use facts on these topics to advise the president of what he should or should not do. Keep in mind the state of the person to whom you are writing (as the president, he was the head of the military) and address your arguments in a manner that will garner the most attention from a person in that state. Submit your assignment when finished

Answer 1

Dear President Truman,

I am writing to you today to advise you on the decision to use nuclear warfare against Japan. This decision will have far-reaching consequences on the world, and I believe it is important to consider all the facts before making a decision.

As of July 1945, the United States was in a position to win the war in the Pacific Theater. The country had the support of the Allied Powers, including Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand. Japan was in a weakened state, with its military forces depleted and its economy in shambles. The United States had already inflicted significant damage on Japan's industrial and military capabilities.

The cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki were both home to many people, with populations of approximately 255,000 and 195,000, respectively. These cities were known for their historical and industrial significance, with many important buildings and factories located there. Hiroshima was a major military center, while Nagasaki was an important port city.

If the United States decides to use nuclear warfare, it could have significant political repercussions. Some people believe that the decision is racially motivated, while others believe that it is politically motivated to send a message to the Soviet Union. This could lead to a Cold War arms race and increased tensions between the United States and other countries.

The physical and humanitarian effects of nuclear warfare would be devastating. The immediate effects would include the destruction of the two cities, with thousands of people killed and wounded. The long-term effects could include radiation poisoning, cancer, and other health problems. I have included photographs and eye-witness accounts of the destruction reaped on humanity to prove my point.

In conclusion, I urge you to consider all of these factors before making a decision about the use of nuclear warfare. This is not a decision to be taken lightly, and it will have far-reaching consequences for the world. I hope that you will take my advice into consideration as you make this difficult decision.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]