Hiroshima

Who is Father Wilhelm Kleinsorge from Hiroshima and what is their importance?

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Father Wilhelm was a priest at the Society of Jesus. He was in his room relaxing when the bomb was detonated. His service during the aftermath was compassionate and integral. Radiation sickness rendered him incapacitated for long periods throughout his life. Father Wilhelm died in 1977.

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