Japanese losses were staggering in comparison: an estimated 1.74 million killed or missing, and 94,000 wounded. Few Japanese troops surrendered, instead choosing to fight to the death or commit suicide. Does the statement above support or contradict Admiral Leahy's opinion? Explain your answer.

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Janessa Estes

19 November, 12:21

Japanese losses were staggering in comparison: an estimated 1.74 million killed or missing, and 94,000 wounded. Few Japanese troops surrendered, instead choosing to fight to the death or commit suicide. Does the statement above support or contradict Admiral Leahy's opinion? Explain your answer.

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Mollie · Answer 1

This statement contradicts Leahy's opinion. Leahy believed that the Japanese were about to surrender, but they had shown no willingness to surrender in the past. In addition, the casualty rates were very high. Although many people were killed in the atomic blast, a full Allied assault on Japan would likely have killed even more people.