4 students killed, 9 injured by National Guard at Kent State anti-war protest on May 4, 1970.

On May 4, 1970, Kent State University witnessed a tragic anti-war protest incident where four students were killed and nine others injured by National Guard fire amidst growing discontent over Vietnam War and Nixon's decision to expand the conflict into Cambodia. The event sparked widespread outrage and further protests across the U.S. The weather on that day was cloudy with occasional rain showers, and a chance of thunderstorms.

May 04, 2024
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