Why Did Truman Authorize the Use of the Atomic Bomb

question 33

Multiple Choice

Why did Truman authorize the use of the atomic bomb against Japan?

• A)He believed it would shorten the war and save lives.
• B)He didn't want to waste the billions spent on developing the bomb.
• C)He wanted to punish the Japanese by killing as many of them as possible.
• D)He had no idea it would yield such devastation.
• E)He didn't believe the Japanese would surrender until their emperor was dead.

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