Quote by Barney Ross

After the atomic bombs were dropped, the war ended and we went into Tokyo Bay with the rest of the fleet, the Missouri and the rest of them, while they signed the terms of surrender that ended the war.

After the atomic bombs were dropped, the war ended and we we

Summary

This quote reflects the significance of the atomic bombs in bringing an end to the war. It captures the moment when, following the bombings, the United States Military, represented by the fleet including the USS Missouri, reached Tokyo Bay. This was the site where the terms of surrender were signed, marking the official conclusion of World War II. The quote serves as a concise account of how the bombings influenced the ultimate resolution of the conflict and the subsequent peace negotiations.

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By Barney Ross

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