Japan under American occupation

Never before seen shots of the devastation wreaked in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the atomic bomb and the efforts of people to rebuild homes among the rubble. Also shown is the beginnings of an incredible political and material transformation, the rebuilding of Japan and its evolution from a foe of the United States to an important ally.

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"Featuring previously classified footage shot immediately after World War II, this A and E Special illustrates the first steps in Japan's transformation from an implacable foe to one of America's most important allies. Harrowing images of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, devastated by atomic bombs, and of overloaded hospitals trying to cope with post-blast injuries and radiation sickness are juxtaposed with scenes showing Japan's first free elections and the nation's efforts to rebuild."
"Featuring previously classified footage shot immediately after World War II, this A&E Special illustrates the first steps in Japan's transformation from an implacable foe to one of America's most important allies. Harrowing images of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, devastated by atomic bombs, and of overloaded hospitals trying to cope with post-blast injuries and radiation sickness are juxtaposed with scenes showing Japan's first free elections and the nation's efforts to rebuild. Viewer discretion is advised. Distributed by A&E Television Networks. (45 minutes) A streaming videorecording."
"Never before seen shots of the devastation wreaked in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the atomic bomb and the efforts of people to rebuild homes among the rubble. Also shown is the beginnings of an incredible political and material transformation, the rebuilding of Japan and its evolution from a foe of the United States to an important ally."@en
"Never before seen shots of the devastation wreaked in the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the atomic bomb and the efforts of people to rebuild homes among the rubble. Also shown is the beginnings of an incredible political and material transformation, the rebuilding of Japan and its evolution from a foe of the United States to an important ally."