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201552 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Hiroshima: Hidden Traces

201552 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Objects found in excavations of Okinawa and Honshu reveal insights into the lives of soldiers and civilians during World War II.

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Objects found in excavations of Okinawa and Honshu reveal insights into the lives of soldiers and civilians during World War II.

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Archaeologists and historians examine the aftermath of World War II in Okinawa and Honshu. Excavations reveal artifacts that provide insight into the experiences of soldiers and civilians during the battle for Okinawa and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The documentary presents a detailed account of how these objects contribute to understanding the human impact of the war. Through their findings, the film connects past events to the lives affected by the conflict.

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