Kent State University Incident

The Kent State University incident occurred on May 4, 1970, when Ohio National Guard members fired on protesting students against the Vietnam War, resulting in four deaths and nine injuries. Tensions had risen due to the U.S. expanding the Vietnam War, prompting student demonstrations. The campus response was heightened by a curfew and the presence of armed guards, which escalated the situation. The tragic event highlighted national divisions over the war and led to widespread protests across the U.S., influencing public opinion and policy regarding military involvement and student rights.