Albert Einstein's Letter Warning of Atomic Weapons Sold at Auction for Rs 32.7 Crore
A Rare Glimpse into the Mind of a Genius
The letter, written in 1947 to President Roosevelt, warned of the potential dangers of nuclear weapons.
On Tuesday, an extraordinary letter written by Albert Einstein in 1947 was sold at auction for $4.7 million (Rs 32.7 crore).
The letter, addressed to President Franklin D. Roosevelt, warned of the potential dangers of nuclear weapons and the need for international cooperation to control their development.
The letter was written just two years after the United States dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, ending World War II.
Einstein's Concerns about Nuclear Weapons
In the letter, Einstein expressed his concerns about the possible use of nuclear weapons in future conflicts.
He wrote that the bombs had "enormous destructive power" and could "destroy entire cities." He also warned that the use of nuclear weapons could lead to a "chain reaction" that could ultimately destroy the world.
Einstein urged President Roosevelt to take steps to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and to promote international cooperation to control their development.
The Impact of Einstein's Letter
Einstein's letter was influential in shaping U.S. policy on nuclear weapons.
It helped to convince President Roosevelt to support the development of the atomic bomb, but also led to the establishment of the Atomic Energy Commission, which was tasked with regulating the development and use of nuclear weapons.
The letter remains a powerful reminder of the dangers of nuclear weapons and the need for international cooperation to control their development.
Additional Information
- The letter was sold by Christie's auction house in New York City.
- The buyer of the letter was not disclosed.
- The letter is one of a number of documents written by Einstein that have been sold at auction in recent years.
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