The+Bomb+Dome+by+Blair+Tuider

On August 6, 1942, the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, Japan at eight fifteen in the morning. The atomic bomb, named Little Boy, was dropped directly above the Industrial Promotion Hall. This building had all of its insides destroyed along with all of the people inside, instantly. The atomic bomb was supposed to be dropped and detonated above the T-shaped bridge known as the Aioi Bridge close to the building. Since it did detonate above the building it did not completely destroy the building, if the bomb was dropped where it was suppose to, the building would not be standing.

The dome was suppose to be torn down because of the hazard it could have to the city and its people, and also there was basically only ruins left. Since the dome was mostly intact, the demolition was delayed due to this. The " A-Bomb Dome" was a subject of controversy as the city of Hiroshima was being rebuilt. Locals were having arguments over whether the building should be torn down or kept for memorial and remembrance reasons. The conclusion of the controversy was that the building was to be left up.

The " A-Bomb Dome" is still standing today, but had to go through some minor repairs to stabilize the building. It is now a memorial for all those lost or were victims in the bombing. The dome is a historical site and, it gives a sense of hope, to an event so tragic.