The Second Bomb - Nagasaki’s Darkest Hour

On August 9, 1945, just three days after the devastation of Hiroshima, the world witnessed yet another unimaginable horror — the second atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki. But why Nagasaki? Why so soon? And what really happened during those final hours of World War II?

In this documentary-style deep dive, we explore the untold stories behind the second bomb — from the political decisions in Washington to the human tragedy on the ground. Through survivor accounts, declassified military records, and rarely seen archival footage, we uncover the darkest hour in Nagasaki’s history and its long-lasting impact on global geopolitics.

This is not just a war story — it’s a story about power, morality, and the terrifying potential of technology. What lessons did the world learn? And what did we forget?

Watch till the end to see how Nagasaki rose from the ashes, and why this city became a global symbol of both destruction and peace.

00:00 – Intro: The Forgotten Bomb
01:22 – What Happened After Hiroshima?
03:05 – The Decision to Drop the Second Bomb
05:40 – Why Nagasaki Wasn’t the First Target
07:15 – Flight of Bockscar: The Mission Begins
09:40 – The Drop: What the Crew Saw
12:00 – Ground Zero: First Reactions from Civilians

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