Anti-war sentiments

Definition

Anti-war sentiments refer to strong opposition or disapproval towards military conflicts and the use of armed forces in general. During the Vietnam War era, anti-war sentiments were widespread among various groups, including youth counterculture activists, who protested against U.S. involvement in Vietnam.

Related terms

Draft dodgers: Individuals who avoided being drafted into military service during the Vietnam War.

Kent State shooting: An incident in 1970 where four unarmed students were killed by National Guardsmen during a protest against the war at Kent State University.

Moratorium to End the War in Vietnam: A series of mass protests held across the United States in 1969 demanding an end to the war.