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why did the u.s. not drop atomic bombs on germany? the u.s. feared creating fallout in central europe. the bombs were being saved for use on japan. the war ended before it was possible or necessary.
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Germany surrendered on May 8, 1945. The first successful test of an atomic - bomb (Trinity test) was on July 16, 1945. So the war in Europe ended before the atomic bombs were ready for use. Also, the U.S. aimed to use the bombs to force Japan's surrender and gain leverage in post - war negotiations.
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The war ended before it was possible or necessary.