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My Lai: An American Atrocity in the Vietnam War (Witness to History),Used
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Allison tells the story of a terrible moment in American history and explores how to deal with the aftermath.On March 16, 1968, American soldiers killed as many as five hundred Vietnamese men, women, and children in a village near the South China Sea. In My Lai William Thomas Allison explores and evaluates the significance of this horrific event. How could such a thing have happened? Who (or what) should be held accountable? How do we remember this atrocity and try to apply its lessons, if any?My Lai has fixed the attention of Americans of various political stripes for more than forty years. The breadth of writing on the massacre, from news reports to scholarly accounts, highlights the difficulty of establishing fact and motive in an incident during which confusion, prejudice, and selfpreservation overwhelmed the troops.Son of a Marine veteran of the Vietnam Warand aware that the generation who lived through the incident is agingAllison seeks to ensure that our collective memory of this shameful episode does not fade.Well written and accessible, Allisons book provides a clear narrative of this historic moment and offers suggestions for how to come to terms with its aftermath.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'My Lai: An American Atrocity in the Vietnam War'? A: The book focuses on the My Lai Massacre, where American soldiers killed hundreds of Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War, exploring the event's significance and its aftermath.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is William Thomas Allison, who examines the My Lai incident and its implications for American history and memory.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 1, 2012.
- Q: How many pages are in 'My Lai: An American Atrocity in the Vietnam War'? A: The book contains 184 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, the book is well-researched and presents a clear narrative, making it suitable for academic study on the Vietnam War and its historical context.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Does this book have any illustrations? A: Yes, this edition is described as 'Illustrated', which may enhance the reader's understanding of the events discussed.
- Q: What themes does the book explore? A: The book explores themes of accountability, memory, and the moral implications of the My Lai Massacre.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the Vietnam War's impact on American society? A: Yes, it provides insights into how the My Lai incident has shaped American perceptions of the Vietnam War and the importance of remembering such events.