In the midst of World War II, J. Robert Oppenheimer led a team of scientists in the US in a race against Nazi Germany to create the first nuclear weapon. This weapon, known as the atomic bomb, was ultimately used to devastating effect in the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan. After the war, Oppenheimer spoke out against the use of nuclear weapons and faced consequences for his activism. In Christopher Nolan’s film, “Oppenheimer,” the physicist’s downfall is explored in detail.
Data:
| Event | Date | Location | Casualties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Test | 1945 | New Mexico, US | N/A |
| Bombing of Hiroshima | August 6, 1945 | Hiroshima, Japan | Estimated 100,000-200,000 |
| Bombing of Nagasaki | August 9, 1945 | Nagasaki, Japan | Estimated 100,000-200,000 |
