may 4, 1970 - Kent State

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During a period of protesting in the United States the Kent State massacre climaxed the engagement between the government and protesters. On May 4th, 1970, the Ohio National Guard opened fire on a crowd gathered to protest the Vietnam War. The tragedy became a moment for a nation divided by the conflict in Southeast Asia. In its aftermath, a student strike forced the closure of colleges and universities across the country.