Was the use of the atomic bomb against Japan justified?

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191. They were considered...

32. Did US consider the use the A-Bomb in Korea?
On November 30 1950, President Truman said in a press conference: "There had always been active consideration of its[Atomic Bomb's] use...".

On December 24 1950, MacArthur submitted a list of 'retaliation targets' in China and North Korea, requiring 26 atomic bombs.

In January 1953, US tested its first tactical nuclear weapon, and the JCS considered its use "against military targets affecting operations in Korea."

In February 1953, in a NSC meeting, President Eisenhower suggested the Kaesong area of North Korea as an appropriate demonstration ground for a tactical nuclear bomb--it "provided a good target for this type of weapon".

http://www.centurychina.com/history/faq7.shtml

But like the other poster stated, the stakes weren't like they were in WWII. Very different war.