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A New Era in Mans Understanding of Natures Forces. American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, 7 August 1945, on the previous days atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, near the end of World War II
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A New Era in Mans Understanding of Natures Forces. American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, 7 August 1945, on the previous days atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, near the end of World War II
CARTOON: HIROSHIMA, 1945.
A New Era in Mans Understanding of Natures Forces. American cartoon by D.R. Fitzpatrick, 7 August 1945, on the previous days atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, near the end of World War II
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Media ID 10407134
1945 Allied Anti Nuclear Atomic Bomb August Bolt Bombing Daniel Event Fitzpatrick Hand Lightning Nuclear Pacific Theater Political Robert Thunderbolt World War Ii Grip Hiroshima
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The print captures a powerful American cartoon by D. R. Fitzpatrick, created on August 7,1945, just one day after the devastating atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II. Titled "A New Era in Man's Understanding of Nature's Forces" this political artwork reflects the profound impact and implications of the previous day's events. In the cartoon, an Allied hand grips a thunderbolt-like atomic bomb while bolts of lightning strike from it. This imagery symbolizes mankind harnessing and unleashing the destructive power of nuclear energy. The artist highlights that this moment marks a significant turning point in human history as we enter into a new era where our understanding and control over nature's forces have reached unprecedented levels. The timing of this cartoon is crucial as it coincides with Japan's surrender to end World War II in the Pacific Theater. It serves as both a reflection on the immense destruction caused by the atomic bomb and a commentary on its potential future consequences for humanity. D. R. Fitzpatrick skillfully captures the tension between awe-inspiring scientific achievement and ethical concerns surrounding nuclear weapons through his thought-provoking artwork. This photograph print not only preserves an important historical artifact but also prompts viewers to contemplate humanity's responsibility when wielding such immense power over nature itself.
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