Kent State Peace Pilaf

The Kent State shootings occurred on May 4, 1970, at Kent State University in Ohio, when members of the National Guard opened fire on students protesting against the Vietnam War. This tragic event resulted in the deaths of four students and injuries to nine others, sparking a massive outcry across the United States and influencing public opinion strongly against the war. It remains a poignant reminder of the era's intense political and social conflicts.