Kent State: When The National Guard Opened Fire On American Students
This video details the tragic events of the Kent State shootings on May 4th, 1970, where the Ohio National Guard opened fire on unarmed students during an anti-war protest. It explores the socio-political context of the late 1960s, including the Vietnam War and widespread protests, and the specific events leading up to the incident, such as the invasion of Cambodia and escalating rhetoric from Governor James Rhodes. The narrative highlights the deployment of the National Guard, the tense atmosphere on campus, and the subsequent firing of 67 shots in 13 seconds, resulting in four student deaths and nine wounded. The video also touches upon the investigations, legal outcomes, and the lasting impact on public trust and the interpretation of the Second Amendment.










