Army says second My Lai massacre occurred near My Khe
The secret Peers inquiry summary states Bravo Company likely killed as many as 90 civilians at My Khe 4 on March 14 1968, while reporting 38 Viet Cong killed on March 16. The four month probe was led by Lt Gen William R. Peers and a full final report was provided to The New York Times.
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Peers report details My Lai II assault sequence and fire
The Peers inquiry reveals Bravo Company crossed to My Lai 1, engaged Mu Keh 4 with heavy rifle and machine gun fire, killing women and children as villagers fled. Some men questioned if the attack followed a plan or occurred spontaneously amid booby traps and sniper rumors.
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New York Times Dispatch on Peers Report June 3
The report note described no direct evidence showing Maj. Gen. Samuel W. Koster and Brig. Gen. George H. Young Jr. knew in full of My Lai. The released text corrected to say there was no direct evidence indicating their full awareness.
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