| ID | 079238 |
| Title Proper | Rules of civilized warfare' |
| Other Title Information | Scientists, soldiers, civilians, and American nuclear targeting, 1940 - 1945 |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Malloy, Sean L |
| Publication | 2007. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This essay explores the evolution of American nuclear targeting during World War II. Initial discussions in Washington focused on the use of the bomb against a military target. The assumption that cities would be the primary target for the atomic bomb apparently originated at Los Alamos in 1943 - 44, largely as a result of technical concerns related to the delivery and functioning of the weapon. Some high-level officials in Washington voiced reservations about the use of nuclear weapons against primarily civilian targets. Ultimately, the accumulated momentum of previous technical decisions and a desire to use the bomb as quickly as possible for military-diplomatic reasons convinced the President and his advisors to overcome reservations about targeting Japanese cities and civilians |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol. 30, No.3; Jun 2007: p475-512 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol. 30, No.3; Jun 2007: p475-512 |
| Key Words | Nuclear Targeting ; Atomic Bomb ; World War II |