International Response

Bou Meng giving testimony before the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia on 1 July 2009. Meng is the third survivor from Khmer Rouge prison S-21 who have testified in the trial against Kaing Guek Eav alias Duch.

Cambodian Genocide Overview

This site provides an in-depth look at the Cambodian Genocide. It includes maps, photographs, first-person accounts, etc.

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U.S. Involvement in the Cambodian War and Genocide

Provides information on the role of the U.S. during and after the Cambodian genocide. Excellent resource to use in a U.S. History or Government class.

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Cambodian Genocide Photograph Collection

Large collection of images taken both at the time of the genocide as well as after. Use with caution as some images are graphic and may not be appropriate to use in classrooms.

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Chronology of Cambodian Events Since 1950

General timeline of events. This is a good resource to introduce the topic and illustrate causes and effects of the genocide.

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PBS: Perspectives From the Perpetrators of Genocide in Cambodia

This PBS lesson is designed for students who already have some background knowledge regarding the genocide. It provides a thorough list of objectives, instructions, and resources for educators to use in their classrooms.

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USHMM: Cambodia 1975-1979

Great place for educators to start! USHMM section regarding the Cambodian genocide. It provides background information as well as further information about the violence and aftermath of the genocide.

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