During the excavation of an under -construction building in Hong Kong, a bomb of a 100 -year -old second world war has been found. The weight of the bomb was said to be around 450 kg and 1.5 meters in length. The security forces termed the bomb as extremely dangerous and immediately started the disposable campaign.

After the news of the bomb was received, the administration immediately took action. The entire area was evacuated and about 6000 people were sent to safe places. 18 nearby buildings were also evacuated. The police investigated door-to-door so that no person is left behind.

A similar bomb was found in the year 2018

There was a huge struggle between Hong Kong and Japan during the Second World War. Many bombs of that time are still found buried in the ground. In the year 2018 too, a similar bomb was found in Van Chai district, due to which 1200 people had to be removed and it took 20 hours to neutralize the bomb.

Global problem wwii bomb still dangerous

Not only Hong Kong, unique bombs (UXBs) are still threatened in many parts of the world. In June 2025, three American bombs were found in Germany, due to which 20,000 people had to be removed. According to the report of Diche Velle in Europe, the WWII bombs are still a big problem. In the countries of Asia, Vietnam, Laos, Gaza and Ukraine also pose a threat to the lives of people buried under the ground.

Challenges in front of administration

Hong Kong police say that even while destroying the bomb, there is a danger of its explosion. Because of this, the disposal team has to work very carefully. This type of bomb requires both long time and expertise.

How long did the Second World War have gone from when?

The World War II began on 1 September 1939 and ended on 2 September 1945. The war began with the invasion of Poland on behalf of Germany and officially ended after surrender from Japan.

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The British built many magnificent buildings while ruling India. Victoria Memorial, the best building of Bengal, comes in the list of these buildings. The building built in memory of Rani Victoria was famous as a presidency jail at a time. This 184 feet tall was made from Makrana Marble. This building, which was built as Taj Mahal, was also known as Taj Mahal in Bengal. But do you know why this white building was painted black during the second world war. Let us tell you in detail about this.

How did Calcutta join the Second World War?

In fact, during the second world war in 1943, India had to become a part of this war due to Britain’s colony included in the Elide faction. Being the center of military preparation of the Axis faction, Japan fiercely bombed the city of Calcutta in India. All these attacks were often carried out at night, so that the British army could not protect it.

Why did blackout take place in Calcutta?

Troubled by the continuous attacks by Japan, the British were not getting any break. Also, due to these attacks, many essential buildings and infrastructure in the city were also destroyed. People troubled by the bombing started covering their homes, vehicles and street lights with black color. But the biggest question was still how to save the Victoria Memorial called the pride of Calcutta.

How to save Victoria Mamorial?

The British government took a historic decision in view of the devastation caused by the dangerous attacks of Japan’s Air Force. To save this precious gem of architecture, it was painted black, so that the Japanese army could not see it at night and it would be saved. Eventually, this trick to hide Victoria Mamorial from the Japanese army invasion came in handy.

How was Victoria Mamorial done black?

In order to make this beautiful white building black, with the help of a mixture of clay and dung instead of pucca colors, the British government completely banned the photography around the essential places of the city as a precaution to save this secret plan from leaking at any cost and thus the Victoria Memorials built in India were saved.

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In the Victory Day Parade, Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned that China is never afraid of any bullying. He said that humanity has to choose the path between peace or war, conversation or conflict and the advantages or disadvantages of everyone.

According to the BBC report, Xi Jinping is hosting the largest military parade ever on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in World War II. At the end of the Second World War, Japan had succumbed to China, for which China has organized this military parade. China sent an invitation to 26 countries to join the Victory Parade, with its special friends- Russia, North Korea and Pakistan- Also involved.

At the beginning of his speech in the Victory Parade, Xi Jinping while addressing more than 50 thousand audiences said, ‘Comrade and friends, we have gathered to celebrate the 80th anniversary of China’s victory. He appealed to the people of China to remember history and said that he should remember the veterans who fought against Japan.

Xi Jinping said, ‘History warns us that humanity arises along with and falls at the same time. China is never afraid of any bullying and always moves forward. He said that this is a ‘new journey, new era’. She said Xi Jinping, ‘The Chinese nation is a great nation that is never afraid of intimidating anyone. China is strong, not afraid of anyone and ready to play a leadership role in the world. Chinese are people who are not afraid of violence, self -sufficient and strong. Along with this, we will stand on the path of peaceful development and will form a common community for humanity with people of all countries.

What is the history of China-Japan War?
The war between China and Japan between 1937 and 1945 was part of the Second World War, known as the resistance war against Japan’s invasion in China. Millions of Chinese citizens and soldiers were killed in this war. Japan attacked China extensively after the Marco Polo Bridge incident in 1937.

Meanwhile, there was also an incident of Nanjing massacre in China. Between 1937 and 1938, after capturing Nanjing, the Japanese army carried out a massive massacre, killing millions of Chinese citizens and soldiers. The Chinese army also took strict action against Japan and brought the Japanese army to knees on 3 September 1945. On this day, Japan informally surrendered, which China celebrates as ‘Victory Over Japan Day’.

9 August 1945 was the day of the second world war when the US Army dropped a atomic bomb on Nagasaki, Japan. This mission was led by Major Charles Sweeny. He dropped the name Fat Man from the B29 bomber aircraft boxer. Thousands of people were killed and the city was turned into ruins after this explosion. Sweeni later admitted after this attack that this incident had taken away her nights and this scene came back to her dreams.

The goal of the mission changed from Kokra
Sweeni’s original goal was Kokra city but due to weather failure and smoke, it was not possible to target there. After several attempts, he got an order that he moved towards Nagasaki. The weather was a little clear there and the decision to drop the bomb was taken the same.

The city was destroyed in a single moment
As soon as the bomb fell, the scene of destruction spread in Nagasaki. Thousands of people were killed immediately and many injured people were dying due to radiation and serious wounds in the coming days. Large parts of the city turned into ashes. This attack forced Japan to surrender and the end of the second world war came close.

Pilot’s feelings and guilt direction
Major Sweeni said after this attack that he had completed this mission as a soldier under his duty. He believed that this step ended the war quickly and the soldiers’ life was saved. But despite this, the picture of Nagasaki and the memories of the destruction there kept harassing him throughout his life. He told that on many nights he kept watching in the scene of that day and his sleep was broken.

Remember of Nagasaki Day
Nagasaki Day is celebrated every year on 9 August. On this day, tributes are paid to those killed in a nuclear attack and the message of peace is given. This day reminds the world how frightening the destructive strength of weapons in war can be and why a world is needed from nuclear weapons.

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