1947 JAPAN: Emperor Hirohito visits Hiroshima
April 22, 2026
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0:38Now Playing1947 JAPAN: Emperor Hirohito visits Hiroshima
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as posted by the channelDate: 22nd December 1947
Location: Hiroshima, Japan
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: GAUMONT BRITISH NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
JAPAN: Hiroshima:
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Elevated shot of convoy travelling along road
Crowd wave hats to acclaim Emperor Hirohito
Crowds surge to try and get near car carrying Hirohito
Hirohito out of car and doffs hat to crowds
Hirohito seen talking to members of public in new democratic style
High angle shot of Hiroshima with its new temporary buildings
Hirohito seen viewing reconstruction of city
Shot of Hiroshima peace memorial
Royalty; Emperor Hirohito of Japan
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