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US in WW2
The United States participation in World War 2, both European and Pacific Theaters of the war.
10,317 Questions
When were the atomic bomb drooped on Japan?
The Germans did not drop an atomic bomb on Japan or on anyone. It was the US which dropped two atomic bombs on Japan (specifically on the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki) in 1945.
Why was it necessary to drop the atom bombs during world war 2?
The Atomic Bombs were dropped on Japan to end WWII without invading the Japanese main islands. Invading would have resulted in a massive loss of life on both sides. This is a very controversial subject with valid arguments for and against invasion presented by each side.
After firebombing 67 Japanese cities, on July 26, 1945, the US called for Japan to surrender with the PotsdamDeclaration. Japan ignored that request. Then on August 6, the US dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, and on August 9, on Nagasaki. Six days later, on August 15, Japan announced surrender and Truman issued an order to stop atomic bombing unless he personally authorized more. On August 18 another bomb arrived in San Francisco to be flown over to Tinnian by Colonel Tibbets but was returned to Los Alamos (this probably could have been dropped around August 25), then on September 2, 1945 Japan signed the Instrument of Surrender, ending the war (Germany had signed an Instrument ofSurrender on May 7, 1945).
How long after Pearl Harbor did Hiroshima happen?
Pearl Harbour was attacked December 7th 1941. Japan surrendered September 2, 1945. Call it four years.
What caused the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?
Because an invasion of the Japanese mainland would have been hugely expensive in terms of US military lives, given the experiences of recapturing Islands & Island Groups taken by the Japanese, the use of Atomic power in the dreadful destruction of 2 cities brought about the end of Japan as a belligerant power. Also it was imponderable just how long it might have taken to bring about the end of the Pacific War by conventional means.
On August 6, 1945, at 9:15 AM Tokyo time, a B-29 plane, the "Enola Gay" piloted by Paul W. Tibbets, dropped a uranium atomic bomb, code named "Little Boy" on Hiroshima, Japan's seventh largest city. In minutes, half of the city vanished. According to U.S. estimates, 60,000 to 70,000 people were killed or missing, 140,000 were injuried many more were made homeless as a result of the bomb. Deadly radiation reached over 100,000. In the blast, thousands died instantly.
The city was unbelievably devastated. Of its 90,000 buildings, over 60,000 were demolished. Another bomb was assembled at Tinian Island on August 6. On August 8, Field Order No.17 issued from the 20th Air Force Headquarters on Guam called for its use the following day on either Kokura, the primary target, or Nagasaki, the secondary target. Three days after Hiroshima, the B-29 bomber, "Bockscar" piloted by Sweeney, reached the sky over Kokura on the morning of August 9 but abandoned the primary target because of smoke cover and changed course for Nagasaki.
Nagasaki was an industrialized city with a natural harbor in Western Kuushu, Japan. At 11:02 a.m., this bomb, known as the "Fat Man" bomb, exploded over the north factory district at 1,800 feet above the city to achieve maximum blast effect. Buildings collapsed. Electrical systems were shorted. A wave of secondary fires resulted, adding to their holocaust.
Flash burns from primary heat waves caused most of the casualties to inhabitants. Others were burned when their homes burst into flame. Flying debris caused many injuries. A fire storm of winds followed the blast at Hiroshima as air was drawn back to the center of the burning area. Trees were uprooted. The bomb took the lives of 42,000 persons and injured 40,000 more. It destroyed 39 percent of all the buildings standing in Nagasaki. According to U.S. estimates, 40,000 people were killed or never found as a result of the second bomb.
What happened after Pearl Harbor was bombed?
The President and Congress of the United States declared war on Japan within hours.
AnswerThe United States Congress immediately declared war and started preparation for the attacks on Japan. Since they attacked during the middle of reassuring us that they would not, we were caught unprepared, and much of our Pacific Fleet was damaged. It took a little time to prepare, but once the military was in motion, the attack on the Japanese was relentless. The eventual blockade of Japan resulted in far more starvation, freezing to death and disease than did the bombings on Hiroshima and NagasakiWhat happened was United States declared war the next day. WWII started.
and they put Japanese in internment camps
AnswerThe United States broke their policy of isolationism (staying out of European affairs) and entered Wold War II.Japan continued it's advance across Asia and the Pacific.
What happened to the flag raisers at Iwo Jima?
Two of the six men, Mike Strank and Harlon Block, died about a week later during battle on Iwo Jima. Another, Franklin Sousley, died about a month later on Iwo Jima. The surviving three, John "Doc" Bradley, Ira Hayes and Rene Gagnon were sent on a War Bond tour to raise money for the U.S. Marines during World War II once the picture became famous. Ira died in 1955 under mysterious circumstances. Rene died of a heart attack in 1979. John lived to be the ripe old age of 70 before he died from complications of a stroke and heart disease in 1994.
What was the name of general Pattons dog?
Patton's favorite horse was "Big Red". Big Red was the "riderless horse" in General Patton's funeral procession.
That is according to my late father who was an army private at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, in the late 30's and took care of Colonel (at the time) George Patton's horses.
What is the salary of Pakistan army chief?
3,50000 to 4,00000 is major's salary, i,m captain my salary is 2,50000 and could be to 3,50000,
What year did atomic bomb drop?
The first atomic weapon used in combat was dropped on Hiroshima, Japan on 9 August 1945. The second was dropped three days later, this time on Nagasaki, Japan.
Why did the US commit to isolation prior to the attack on pearl harbor?
Isolationists in the public and in Congress wanted to avoid US involvement in foreign wars, which would recur on a regular basis in Europe and Asia. The stories of US soldiers in World War 1 clearly described the horrors of war, and the deaths and injuries that invariably resulted from such conflicts. Many influential people welcomed the rebuilding of the economy after the Depression, and were not anxious for the government to begin the huge expenditures and industrial retooling necessary for the expansion of the armed forces.
What kind of weapons were used to bomb hiroshima and nagasaki?
The cities were destroyed by atomic bombs of two separate types and composition.
Hiroshima was bombed by the United States Army Air Force on the 6th August 1945. The bomb was a gun-type Fission weaponcodename "Little Boy". It contained 60 Kg of uranium-235. It was released from the B-29 Enola Gay piloted by Colonel Paul Tibbets at 08:15 (Hiroshima time) and exploded at a height of 600 Meters 57 seconds later.
Nagasaki was bombed on the 9th August 1945. The Bomb was a implosion type device using 6.4 Kg of Plutonium-239, codename "Fat Man". The orginial target was Kokura, but clouds prevented its targeting so pilot Charles W. Sweeney in the B-29 Bockscar decided to attack the secondary target. Again clouds delayed the planned drop but at 11.01 they noticed a break in the clouds and Sweeney ordered the drop. It exploded 47 seconds later at a height of 469 m.
Did the US ship metals to japan prior to World War 2?
US & Japan had pretty warm relations before WWII, although u can say anti Western sentiment started surfacing in Japan during the SHowa movement. Introduction of Ministry of Shinto Religion & incorporating it w/ political life surely created an element of xenophobia in Japan.
Trade between US & Japan was not unheard of. Many Japanese items were household hits in USA & in West, especially saltpaper photography. Even top Japanese generals toured the US & both nations did exchange high level attaches w/ each other. The General who defended Iwo Jima, General Tadamichi Kuribayashi, did a very exhaustive study & tour of US, for instance.
US did facilitate trade deals w/ Japan esp. after it became a resource hungry nation after Meiji govt.
How many American World War 2 Pacific Theater veterans are still alive in 2011?
Approximately 3.5 million.
What is the main concern of the US during world war 2?
The main concern of the US during the cold war was preventing a nuclear war (aka atomic war). The only two major wars during the cold war were Korea & Vietnam; Korea was close to going nuclear which had a lot to do with GEN MacArthur's removal from command in Korea. During the Vietnam War, the commander in chief went out of his way to avoid Soviet/Red Chinese casualties at Haiphong Harbor or SAM installation missile sites, etc. as well as NOT invading North Vietnam. These actions (policies) were taken by the US President to AVOID a nuclear confrontation with those super-powers.
Can you wear the global war on terrorism expeditionary medal and Afghanistan campaign medal?
Yes. You get the GWOT Sevice Medal 30 days after you get to your first duty station and the GWOT Expeditionary Medal in lieu of a campaign medal (Iraq or Afghanistan) or if you deploy overseas on a boat or to Korea or Japan.
You "CAN" wear both if you rate them.
How many marines died at Okinawa?
US losses at Iwo Jima were 6,821 killed, 19,217 wounded and battle
fatigue casualties totaled 2,648. The Marines sustained 23,573 total
casualties, or about 33 percent of their available force.
Japanese losses are estimated at 20,000 and only 1,083 prisoners were
taken.
What happen to Japanese Americans who lived on the west coast during the war?
Americans feared that they were working with Japan. Also, there was deep seeded prejudice and economic rivalry. Nativist politicians and farmers wanted Japanese-American land and so they whipped up the rage of Californians, and they were aided by the false government report that Japanese-Americans in Hawaii were helping the Japanese naval force.
What was General George S Patton rank?
The very fact that he is addressed as 'General' makes his rank a general.
1 star ; Brigadier
2 star ; major general
3 star ; lieutenant general
4 star ; general
5 star ; field marshal
These are the British titles for one to five star.
What was the job of paratroopers?
The job of paratroopers were to get to the battle quickly and/or strike behind the enemy's lines in order to disrupt his forces or capture strategic points, such as bridges, that would help the infantry break through the enemy defenses.
What's more dangerous nukes or atomic bomb?
Both bombs use nuclear reaction, the hydrogen bomb is more powerful because it uses the most abundant substance in the universe.
What was Allies objective in the island hopping campaign?
They skipped islands and took over main islands to get close to Japan to attack them.
Why was nagasaki chosen as the second target?
Short answer is no, if you want to know the whole story here it is.
The Target Committee for the Atomic Bombs had chosen five targets based on numerous factors. These factors included: the city needed to be three miles in diameter, the city needed to be capable of being efficiently damaged by the blast, the target needed to be untouched by previous bombing missions, and the target had to have a large psychological effect on the Japanese.
The targets that were decided on were Kyoto, Hiroshima, Yokohama, Kokura Arsenal, and Niigata. The idea of bombing the Emperor's Palace was talked about, but the decision was made not to recommend it. Kyoto was a one million strong industrial center that was growing as refugees from other cities came to it, because of this it was determined to be the first choice for bombing. Hiroshima was a large army depot and port as well as the surrounding hills would amplify the effect of the blast making this a great choice as number two. Yokohama was an urban industrial area that made aircrafts, tools, docks, and electronics. It was a good target but a large body of water in-between high priority targets made it only number three on the list. Kokura Arsenal was one of the largest Japanese arsenals, and it had the bonus of being surrounded by industrial complexes. It was target number four. Niigata was a port city that was becoming more important to the Japanese as other ports were destroyed; with the added bonus of oil storage around the port it made a good target coming in at number five.
Kyoto was removed from the list by Secretary of War Henry Stimson. Hiroshima became first on the list and was bombed on August 6, 1945. Three targets remained on the list; until, to replace the removed Kyoto, Nagasaki was added to the list. Nagasaki was a shipbuilding city with a military port, but it had previously been bombed so it was decided that the primary target for the second bomb would be the Kokura Arsenal with Nagasaki as the secondary target. Once the bombers got over the Kokura Arsenal it was discovered that the city was coved by clouds. After three passes it was decided to go to the secondary target: Nagasaki. On August 9, 1945 Nagasaki was bombed.
