Silent vigil in Watertown remembers those killed in nuclear attacks in Hiroshima, Nagasaki

BOSTON — It’s been 75 years since atomic bombs were dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

On Sunday, a remembrance for the lives lost in those attacks was held, organized by the Watertown Citizens For Peace, Justice and the Environment.

The silent vigil honored the 210,000 killed and many who were injured - not to mention those who suffered from the lingering effects of a nuclear attack. Years later, people still felt the effects of the nuclear attacks with higher cancer rates, higher birth defect rates and issues with infant brain development.

People spoke about the ongoing suffering of the survivors of the first use of nuclear weapons and the inspiration they give to those who are committed to abolishing nuclear weapons.

The evening ended with the launching of candle boats to honor the lives lost.

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