US Soldiers & Veterans Who Opposed The War
Exhibit on display Sept 28 - Oct 28 Allen Lobby in Suzzallo Library, University of Washington During the United States’ invasion and occupation of Viet Nam, tens-of-thousands of GIs and veterans created a robust movement in opposition to the war. The movement grew so strong that it forced the US to withdraw from Viet Nam, yet this history has largely remained unknown. It’s time to set the record straight. This primary exhibit seeks to inform scholars, students and the general public that as America escalated the number of troops engaged in the Vietnam War, thousands of our soldiers, sailors and pilots refused to fight, sail and fly more bombing missions. Active-duty soldiers and veterans had a profound effect on the antiwar movement, and on the war itself. STUDENT ESSAY CONTEST:
Seattle Vets For Peace is offering a $500 prize for the best essay on a topic related to the exhibit and ancillary events. The contest is open to high school or college students. Deadline for submission October 28. Submit your essay of 500 to 650 words to: Michael Walstrom, Managing Director of SE Asia Center
mwal7@uw.edu MORE INFORMATION:
wagingpeaceinvietnam.com…
www.vfp92.org
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