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Tribute to children lost in bombing
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The Children's Peace Monument in Hiroshima is a touching tribute to Sadako Sasaki, a young girl who died from the atomic bombing, and all the children who lost their lives in the tragedy. The monument features a bronze statue of Sadako holding a paper crane, surrounded by thousands of origami cranes symbolizing peace. Visitors from around the world come to pay their respects and leave paper cranes as a sign of remembrance and compassion for the innocent victims. It's a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of war on children and a hopeful symbol for a peaceful future.

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