On This Day: World War II: Nagasaki is devastated when an atomic bomb, Fat Man, is dropped by... (1945)

On August 9, 1945: World War II: Nagasaki is devastated when an atomic bomb, Fat Man, is dropped by the United States B-29 Bockscar. Thirty-five thousand people are killed outright, including 23,200-28,200 Japanese war workers, 2,000 Korean forced workers, and 150 Japanese soldiers.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.