Forwarded for Shadows for Peace
"Those who do not know history are destined to repeat it," (Edmund Burke 1729 - 1792) What: "Shadows for Peace" presents: Three Hibakusha (atomic bomb affected people) sharing their stories of survival and video address from Dr. James Yamazaki, who in 1949 was the Physician-in-Charge of the U.S. Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission at Nagasaki. Hosted by The Torrance Public Library Where: Torrance Public Library - Katy Geissert Civic Center Library 3301 Torrance Blvd., Torrance CA 90503 When: Sept., 10, Saturday, 2:00 pm-4:30 pm This forum is in remembrance of the over 250,000 who died instantly or as the result of radiation poisoning. Hear personal stories of survival from the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Hibakusha, as only they can share the experience of the only atomic detonations on human targets. Gain historical insight to "Fat Man" and "Little Boy," as the bombs were referred to and learn how nuclear research resulted medical advancements that impact society today. This forum is not intended to debate the whys or wherefores of dropping the "A-Bombs" on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. We are here to give voice to those who experienced the horror that took place beneath the mushroom cloud and to celebrate their resilience. Presenters include three Hiroshima Hibakusha: Mr. Junji Sarashina, Mr. Wataru Namba and Mr. Toshiharu Kano, who was in his mother's womb on Aug. 6th, 1945. Video addresses include fellow Hibakusha Mrs. Kaz Sueishi, Mr. Hideo Sakata, Mr. Yoshino Yamada and Mr. Howard Kakita. In addition you'll hear from Dr. Yamazaki, author of "Children of the Atomic Bomb," whoalso served as a combat surgeon at the Battle of the Bulge, where he had been captured and held as a prisoner of war by the Germans. The event will wrap-up with a Q&A panel. "Shadows for Peace" is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation dedicated to "Educate and Engage" students and adults about the devastating effects of nuclear weapons. "Shadows for Peace" works toward carrying out the mission of the Hibakusha, "No More Hiroshima and No More Nagasaki." For additional information: richard@shadowsforpeace.com or leave message at 714-998-8790. Shadows for Peace, For the Sake of the Children: The Hiroshima and Nagasaki Experience forums are produced by Richard Fukuhara and Robert Horsting.
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