Calley Faces Life Or Death Sentence In My Lai Case
Lt. William L. Calley Jr. awaits a sentencing verdict after being convicted of murdering 22 civilians in My Lai. He risks either life in prison or the death penalty under military law. jurors must decide between possible life or death, with potential retrial if votes fall short.
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Calley given six months stockade for My Lai case
A small incendiary device was thrown at Fort Benning near the My Lai murder trial site. Lt. William L. Calley Jr., convicted earlier, faced sentencing with Latimer noting the system's flaws as Calley prepared for mitigation. Military police continue investigation as Latimer condemns the system.
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Calley Found Guilty of Premeditated Murder in My Lai Case
The jury convicted Lt William L Calley Jr of premeditated murder for the My Lai massacre. Family friends and local attorneys reacted with shock bittersweet comments noting calls for appeals and questioning the verdict while others argued the case reflected broader military actions.
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Indicted Congressman Dowdy Returns to Congress
Rep. John Dowdy, 60 pounds lighter and with a weakened leg, returns to the House after a seven month absence amid perjury and bribe indictments. He sits six rows back as colleagues greet him, planning to chair a DC education subcommittee while trial readiness remains uncertain.
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