Hiroshima & Nagasaki Atomic Bombings 80th Anniversary Civic Commemorative Event

University of Manchester Foyle Education Classroom, Top Floor, Level 3, Manchester Museum, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester

11.30am Official welcome and introductions 11.35am Why are we here today? Remembering Hiroshima & Nagasaki 80 years on 11.40am Readings – the importance of the gingko tree to the people of Hiroshima and Manchester 12.00pm Observance of a Minute’s Silence … Continue reading

Hiroshima 80th Anniversary Manchester Peace Walk

Central Manchester Library St Peter’s Square, Manchester

On the 80th anniversary of the first use of atom bombs, a guided walk around the Manchester City Centre Peace Trail Wednesday 6 August at 1.30 (Hiroshima Day) The walk, which is open to all and wheelchair accessible, covers sites connected with … Continue reading