Vietnam Veterans Against the War

Vietnam Veterans Against the War (VVAW) is an organization formed by U.S. military veterans who served in the Vietnam War. They opposed the war, advocating for peace, the end of U.S. military involvement, and better treatment for returning veterans. The group emerged in the late 1960s and used protests, public demonstrations, and acts of civil disobedience to raise awareness about the war's human costs and moral issues. VVAW aimed to influence public opinion and government policy, emphasizing the perspectives of those who experienced combat firsthand. Their efforts contributed significantly to the anti-war movement in the United States.