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News that broke 2 years ago spurs 83-year-old to tell 'reality' of Hiroshima A-bombing
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· September 22, 2026
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Key points The source provides more information about the man's account of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima. An 83-year-old man has begun sharing his experience of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima.
An 83-year-old man has begun sharing his experience of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima. He had remained silent about the event for decades. News from two years ago prompted him to speak publicly about his memory of the bombing.
The man is from west Japan. Further details about his experience are available from the source.
His decision to share his story comes after a long period of not discussing the event. The source provides more information about the man's account of the atomic bombing in Hiroshima.
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Category: News Published: September 22, 2026 Source: The Mainichi (English) Reading time: 1 min
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