In a 6 paragraph, 3 & 1/2 page research paper, present a well-informed study of the My Lai Massacre. Using the JSTOR and Questia databases, as well as the reference books provided on the My Lai Massacre Research Paper Project Guide available through Library Resources, gather information about the events of the massacre, the reasons behind it, its consequences, and the U.S. Troops’ subsequent attempt to cover it up.

Your paper must:

*Contain a thesis statement that presents an argument that synthesizes your findings

PARAGRAPH #1: Clearly explain the events that occurred at My Lai. Address the “who”, “what”, “when”, and “where” in this paragraph. Use facts and statistics to accurately present this incident in our world’s history.

PARAGRAPH #2: Present information about the U.S. troops’ involvement in the massacre and provide an assessment of their culpability. **DO NOT USE THE FIRST PERSON.

PARAGRAPH #3: Explore the psychological trauma soldiers suffered as a result of My Lai and analyze your findings.

PARAGRAPH #4: Take a position on which was worse: the massacre itself, or the cover up. This position will help you generate your thesis statement. *Hint—you cannot establish a position until you do your research to find out about the event. Discover first—then create your thesis statement and continue researching to support your argument. You must use clear evidence to support your position.