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USC Shoah Foundation: Cambodian Genocide

Brief historical description of the genocide and its aftermath. Five testimonies from survivors of the genocide. A free account is necessary to access testimonies.

Cambodian Genocide

The S-21 (Tuol Sleng) 'Security Prison' was a torture and execution center used by the Khmer Rouge during the Cambodian genocide of 1976-1979. This mother and baby were among the victims.

The S-21 (Tuol Sleng) "Security Prison" was a torture and execution center used by the Khmer Rouge during the Cambodian genocide of 1976-1979. This mother and baby were among the victims.

Remembrance

Choeung Ek Cambodian Genocide memorial.

Choeung Ek Cambodian Genocide memorial.

Survival

26th April 2018 - Bou Meng presenting the book about him (written by Huy Vannak) and DVD inside Tuol Sleng

26th April 2018 - Bou Meng presenting the book about him (written by Huy Vannak) and DVD inside Tuol Sleng

About this Resource:

Type(s) of Resources: 
  • Informational
  • Videos (Film)
  • Primary Source(s): 
  • First Person Accounts
  • Interviews
  • Video / Film
  • Grade Level(s): 
  • 9-12
  • Audience(s): 
  • Teacher and Student
  • Discipline(s): 
  • Social Studies