Norman Morrison

Norman Morrison was an American anti-war activist known for his self-immolation in 1965 as a protest against the Vietnam War. By setting himself on fire outside the Pentagon, he aimed to draw attention to the suffering caused by the war, particularly the impact on innocent civilians. Morrison was influenced by his Quaker beliefs, which emphasize peace and non-violence. His drastic actions sparked widespread discussion and controversy regarding the ethics and consequences of war protests, highlighting the deep tensions of the era and raising awareness about the human cost of military conflict.