Vietnam War and Historical Context of 1967 Peace Movement
The Vietnam Peace Commemoration Committee hosted a symposium on the 50th anniversary of the 1967 March on the Pentagon. On October 21,… read more
The Vietnam Peace Commemoration Committee hosted a symposium on the 50th anniversary of the 1967 March on the Pentagon. On October 21, 1967, an estimated 100,000 Vietnam War protesters rallied in Washington, D.C. More than 35,000 demonstrators marched to the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and some remained there overnight. More than 600 protesters, including author Norman Mailer, were arrested. close
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