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The Vietnam War Protests at University of Illinois

Vietnam Protest

The University of Illinois has a rich history of student activism on campus. During the 1960's and 70's, the University of Illinois was filled with protest against the Vietnam War and the DOW chemical involvement in creating chemical weapons. Students became passionate and outspoken against a war that would create great divides within our country. Here, you will find a collection of history about the Vietnam War protests and U of I, and how these protests and others alike have come to shape the way we see activism today!