How did Americans react to the event at My Lai?

A) They became suspicious of foreign commitments and refused to intervene in world affairs.
B) They felt betrayed by political leaders and felt the United States should not have entered the war.
C) They had mixed reactions about the event, but they supported the President.
D) They were shocked at the event and dissatisfied with the investigation that followed.

Question

How did Americans react to the event at My Lai?

A)     They became suspicious of foreign commitments and refused to intervene in world affairs.
B)     They felt betrayed by political leaders and felt the United States should not have entered the war.
C)     They had mixed reactions about the event, but they supported the President.
D)     They were shocked at the event and dissatisfied with the investigation that followed.

paki · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

Immediately after the massacre, the U.S. military filed false reports on the event in order to cover up the harsh reality that really happened. The report stated that there were 128 Viet Cong and only 22 civilians, contrary to the approximate 350 deaths, mostly of innocent civilians.(7) The military and federal government first claimed the event to be an accomplishment for the United States in the war. Given this initial information, many Americans felt a sense of pride for the achievement of the troops.(5)