That raid was of such major importance because, as I understand, Japan believed it was protected by a Divine Wind that would make any such raid impossible.
When the bombs fell.... That was a major blow to the nation and likely had more to do with their ulitmate surrender than any other single act.
Yes,, Great men indeed.. Sorry to hear so many of them have passed but as they say time waits for no man and only two things are sure.. the other is taxes.
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