Is the Atomic Bomb a Hoax Perpetuated by Conspiracy Theorists?

In summary, the conversation involved someone claiming the atomic bomb was a hoax and that German scientists declared it impossible during World War II. Another person then mentioned the Apollo 11 hoax and someone else brought up the belief that all taxes are unnecessary. The topic of military secrecy was also discussed in relation to conspiracy theories and closed topics.
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Someone wrote to me that the atomic bomb didn't exist and was probably a hoax. T

They said that in World War II German scientists declared the bomb impossible. German scientists were the best in the world so the bomb must be fake.
 
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Sure makes the Apollo 11 hoax pale by comparison.
 
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Later the same day someone else informed me that all taxes were unnecessary. Not in the same league, but impressive considering that's two in one day.
 
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And I was told that military secrecy is only needed because, if the citizens found out how incompetent the military was, they would withdraw funding.
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
Conspiracy Theories & Closed Topics:
Discussion of conspiracy theories and certain perennial pseudoscience topics that have been "debunked" beyond any reasonable doubt are not allowed anywhere on the site. A list of such closed topics can be found in the post below.
 
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1. Is there any evidence to suggest that the atomic bomb was a hoax?

No, there is no credible evidence to support the claim that the atomic bomb was a hoax. The development and use of the atomic bomb is a well-documented historical event with numerous eyewitness accounts, scientific data, and government documents supporting its authenticity.

2. What do conspiracy theorists believe about the atomic bomb?

Conspiracy theorists believe that the atomic bomb was not actually created or used during World War II, but rather was a fabricated story created by the government to control the public and advance their own agendas.

3. Why do some people believe the atomic bomb was a hoax?

Some people may believe the atomic bomb was a hoax because they distrust the government and are skeptical of historical events. Others may believe in conspiracy theories that suggest the atomic bomb was a cover-up for other secret experiments or events.

4. How do scientists and historians respond to the claim that the atomic bomb was a hoax?

Scientists and historians reject the idea that the atomic bomb was a hoax due to the overwhelming evidence and documentation supporting its existence and use. They also point out that the development and use of the atomic bomb had significant and lasting impacts on the world, further solidifying its authenticity.

5. Is there any reason to doubt the authenticity of the atomic bomb?

No, there is no valid reason to doubt the authenticity of the atomic bomb. The claim that it was a hoax is not supported by any credible evidence and goes against the overwhelming amount of evidence and testimony from those involved in its creation and use.

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