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Atomic Wounds

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At 89, Doctor Hida, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor, continues to care for fellow survivors while highlighting the lasting impact of the 1945 disaster.

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

Atomic Wounds

2025• 1 minPG

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At 89, Doctor Hida, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor, continues to care for fellow survivors while highlighting the lasting impact of the 1945 disaster.

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At 89, Doctor Hida, a survivor of the 1945 atomic bombing of Hiroshima, continues to provide care for fellow survivors, highlighting the enduring impact of the disaster. "Atomic Wounds" features rarely seen archival footage and examines the role of the Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission (ABCC), established in 1946 by American scientists to study the bomb's effects. Through Doctor Hida's commitment, the film underscores the importance of remembering the lessons learned from Hiroshima and the ongoing challenges faced by its survivors.

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