The Forgotten City: Unpacking Nagasaki's Role in WWII History As we mark another anniversary of the atomic bombings, attention inevitably turns to Hiroshima, the city that bears the scars of the world's first ever nuclear attack.
However, behind this well worn narrative lies a lesser known chapter: the devastating impact of Nagasaki on Japan's surrender just three days later. The disparity between Hiroshima and Nagasaki is striking.
While the latter attracts fewer than 900,000 visitors annually, its Peace Memorial Museum receives significantly less attention from world leaders and media outlets.