The American soldier who defied his own unit to stop the My Lai massacre.
In short: During the 1968 My Lai incident, hundreds of unarmed civilians were killed by American soldiers. This video examines the actions of Hugh Thompson and his two crew mates, who intervened to prevent further loss of life, standing against the actions of their own military.
The My Lai incident is widely regarded as one of the most disgraceful events in the history of the United States military. While hundreds of civilians were killed, Hugh Thompson and his crew members acted according to their conscience to halt the violence.
By intervening, Thompson and his crew successfully prevented additional casualties during the massacre. This account highlights a rare moment of individual moral courage amidst a horrific military operation.
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