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ANTI-DRAFT PROTEST, 1970. A young man burning his draft card at an anti-draft demonstration
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ANTI-DRAFT PROTEST, 1970. A young man burning his draft card at an anti-draft demonstration
ANTI-DRAFT PROTEST, 1970.
A young man burning his draft card at an anti-draft demonstration at the Selective Service System headquarters in Washington, D.C. Photograph, 19 March 1970
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. This powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment during the anti-draft protests of 1970. In the heart of Washington, D. C. , a young man stands amidst a sea of demonstrators outside the Selective Service System headquarters. With determination etched on his face, he boldly sets fire to his draft card, an act that would forever symbolize resistance against the Vietnam War. The late afternoon sun casts its warm glow upon this scene of unrest and dissent. The camera lens captures not only the flames engulfing the draft card but also the intensity radiating from within this young protester's eyes. Surrounded by fellow activists holding signs and sporting peace symbols on their helmets, he becomes an emblematic figure representing an entire generation's opposition to conscription. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness both defiance and unity as men from all walks of life come together to voice their discontent with America's involvement in Vietnam. Their collective message resonates through history—a plea for peace amid escalating violence overseas. Granger Art on Demand presents us with yet another poignant reminder that art can serve as a visual testament to our shared past. This image encapsulates a defining moment when individuals took action against what they believed was unjust—an act that continues to inspire generations today.
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