the usa 1945-74

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why was their protests in the 1960s?
civil rights, injustice and social inequaility, war in vietnam and the rights of women.
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when did the usa enter the vietnam war?
1955
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what did returning soldiers from vietnam do in the usa?
formed groups to protest against the war.
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what did some soldiers do to protest against the war in vietnam?
burnt their discharge papers and gave back their medals.
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what was one of the most influential 'drop-out' groups?
the hippie movement.
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what did kennedy promise when he was elected president?
a fairer, more equal society.
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did kennedy's promises happen?
no
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what did the hippie movement emphasise on?
peace, free love, communal living and the use of drugs.
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when was the sds set up?
1960
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