The Manhattan Project Scientist

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Dr. Robert Hayes was a physicist who worked on the Manhattan Project during World War II. Initially excited about contributing to a groundbreaking scientific endeavor, Robert was shocked when he fully understood the devastating power of the atomic bomb.
After the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Robert struggled with guilt. He began advocating for nuclear disarmament, using his position to educate others about the consequences of nuclear war. Robertโ€™s story highlighted the moral dilemmas faced by scientists and the responsibility that comes with power.

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