80 years after Hiroshima atomic bombing, search for missing continues
Summary
After Hiroshima was bombed 80 years ago, many victims were taken to Ninoshima Island. People continue to look for missing remains to honor those who died. A researcher has found several bone fragments on the island.Key Facts
- The Hiroshima atomic bomb explosion occurred on August 6, 1945.
- Many dying or dead individuals were taken to Ninoshima Island shortly after the blast.
- Due to limited medical resources, only a few hundred survived on the island by August 25, 1945.
- Historical records indicate chaotic and rushed burials took place.
- Researchers and locals are now trying to locate the remains of the missing.
- Researcher Rebun Kayo has found around 100 bone fragments at an old burial site.
- The death toll from the bombing in Hiroshima reached 140,000 by the end of 1945.
- Ninoshima Island was also used for military training towards the end of World War II.
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