Late-1960s

Definition

The late-1960s refers to the period between approximately 1967 and 1969, characterized by social and cultural changes, particularly in the United States. It was a time of widespread activism, protests against the Vietnam War, civil rights movements, and the emergence of counterculture.

Related terms

Hippie Movement: A subculture that emerged during the late-1960s promoting peace, love, and non-conformity through psychedelic art, music festivals (like Woodstock), communal living arrangements, and opposition to war.

Civil Rights Movement: A social movement advocating for equal rights and treatment for African Americans in the United States. It gained momentum during the late-1960s with protests for racial equality and an end to segregation.

Vietnam War: A conflict between North Vietnam (communist) supported by Soviet Union and China against South Vietnam (non-communist) supported by United States. The anti-war sentiment during this war fueled much of the counterculture movement of late-1960s.