The Target Committee

In this compelling narrative, historian Paul Ham explores the critical decisions made by America’s military, political, and scientific leaders regarding the targets for the atomic bomb during mid-1945. Focusing on the justifications for selecting Hiroshima over cities like Kyoto and Tokyo, Ham delves into the debates and reasoning behind the mission that led to the destruction of two cities. Drawing on his extensive background in 20th-century military history, Ham provides a thought-provoking examination of one of history’s most significant and controversial events.