Daniel Berrigan

Daniel Berrigan was a Roman Catholic priest and activist known for his strong opposition to war, especially the Vietnam War. He advocated for peace through nonviolent protests and civil disobedience, often risking arrest. Berrigan co-founded the Jesuit Peace Movement and was involved in actions like the Catonsville Nine, where he and others burned draft files to protest the military draft. His efforts aimed to challenge government policies he saw as unjust, emphasizing moral responsibility and the power of nonviolent resistance. Throughout his life, Berrigan sought to combine faith with activism to promote social justice and peace.