What occurred at My Lai?

Question

What occurred at My Lai?

A.Vietcong guerrillas surrendered.
B.U.S. forces suffered a crippling defeat.
C.Vietnam became unified under one flag.
D.American soldiers killed hundreds of Vietnamese civilians.
I think it is D...?

Answer 1

Disregard all the others - computer locked up

Answer 2

OK.

Yes, D is correct.

Answer 3

Thank you Ms. Sue

Answer 4

You are correct, the answer is D. American soldiers killed hundreds of Vietnamese civilians. The My Lai Massacre occurred during the Vietnam War on March 16, 1968, in the village of My Lai, South Vietnam. American troops, primarily from Company C of the 1st Battalion, 20th Infantry Regiment, indiscriminately killed between 300 to 500 unarmed Vietnamese civilians, including men, women, children, and even infants. The incident was initially covered up but later became public knowledge, sparking widespread outrage and contributing to the growing opposition to the war. To find this answer, you could have used various resources such as history textbooks, reliable websites, articles, documentaries, or firsthand accounts from individuals involved or affected by the event.