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Artworks depicting flash burns and acute radiation syndrome from the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki serve as a remembrance. These powerful images highlight the survivors' experiences and their calls for peace.

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  • Art History
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  • Key injuries included flash burns and acute radiation syndrome.

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    • The artworks vividly illustrate the severe skin injuries: flash burns and acute radiation syndrome.
    • These artistic representations serve as a historical record of the human cost of nuclear warfare.
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    • The survivors' testimonies, including their art, are crucial for nuclear disarmament advocacy.
    • Remembering the horrors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki is vital for preventing future nuclear threats.