The Vacation That Saved a CityOne personal memory that altered World War II history.

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Hidden Sides of History

Personal sentiment can unexpectedly shape the course of history and the survival of nations. Secretary of War Henry Stimson intervened to strike Kyoto from the nuclear target list, overruling military strategists because of his fondness for the city. This decision spared an ancient cultural hub while sealing the fate of Hiroshima.