Japan Bombings
What cities were bombed?
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Where is the world's largest bike ride held?
Iowa
What were the names of the two major groups fighting in WW2?
Allied and Axis Powers
Why were the people working for Pullman upset?
He laid off hundreds of employees, cut wages, and didn't change prices in the town.
How many people died?
Hiroshima - 80,000 people; tens of thousands more would later die of radiation exposure.
Nagasaki - 40,000 people.
Who were the Allied Powers?
Great Britain, France, Soviet Union, United States
What did the workers do?
They went on strike.
What year did the bombing happen?
August 6, 1945 (3 days later)
What are three pieces of gear/equipment to ensure bike safety?
Helmet, reflectors, lights, visible clothing, ect.
Germany, Italy, Japan
How many states did the Pullman railroad strike effect?
27 states
What were the names of the bombs?
Little Boy & Fat Man
What are three things to do while bike riding to stay safe?
Follow rules & signs, follow traffic, look for hazards, avoid distractions, look ahead, be alert, pay attention to vehicles.
Who won the war?
Allies
How many people died once the President release troops?
30 people
Who bombed Japan?
The United States
What direction does RAGBRAI go?
West to East
How long was the war?
6 years, 1939 - 1945
What state and city was it in?
Chicago, Illinois