Sites of the Cambodian Genocide

In the 70's, the Khmer Rouge regime under the tutelage of Pol Pot massacred approximately one quarter of the people of Cambodia. I debated with myself whether or not to share these pictures, but concluded that it was at least my duty to bear witness to the atrocities, and share the experience within my sphere of influence, limited as it may be. The dark times that Cambodia suffered has really done very little to dampen their spirits. The people are without question some of the finest and friendliest souls that I have ever encountered. In the photos you will see the Choeng Ek Killing Fields, and also the Tuol Sleng torture area, also referred to as S-71. The tower houses thousands of human skulls, many belonging to women and children. Imagine the horror of being blindfolded, trucked out of town and then listening to your relatives being shot and cast into pits, until your turn arrives. Many of these people suffered this fate for the heinous crimes of becoming doctors, or learning to speak French. Well, I won't tell you to enjoy these photos, but please tell your friends about these events, and remember your loved ones, and the beautiful life that we all enjoy these days. After seeing all of these places, I found myself incredibly disenfranchised with life. Thankfully, in Cambodia, playing children and smiling people are never far around any corner.