The exhibit shares the devastating humanitarian and environmental impacts of nuclear weapons through the example of one of the most destructive events in modern conflict. Established in 1981 and first observed a year later, the commemoration is dedicated to world peace as well as the absence of war and violence. “Those tragic events remain a universal warning against the devastation caused by war — and particularly by nuclear weapons,” he said on Aug. 6, referring also to the bombing of Nagasaki that would take place just three days later. Until then, the committee will continue doing its part toward promoting peace, as seen in their annual interfaith prayer service for peace each New Year’s. For more, see the St. Basil’s Parish website.