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Suspended For Peace Symbols
Des Moines, Iowa: March 4, 1968
These two students, brother and sister, were suspended from North High School for wearing these armbands to mourn the Vietnam war dead.
The case will be heard before the U.S. Supreme Court as to how much public schools can restrict the wearing of political symbols
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Media ID 9740267
1960s 1968 1970s Caucasian Appearance High School High School Students Iowa Monochromatic Monochrome Peace Protest Protests Rights Seventies Siblings Sixties Students Supreme Court Vietnam War Des Moines Peace Symbol
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photo captures a pivotal moment in American history - the suspension of two brave students for wearing peace symbols. Taken on March 4,1968, in Des Moines, Iowa, these siblings from North High School dared to mourn the Vietnam war dead by donning armbands adorned with peace symbols. Their act of peaceful protest sparked a legal battle that would reach the highest court in the land. The U. S. Supreme Court will soon hear their case, questioning how much public schools can restrict political symbols worn by students. In this vintage photograph, we witness the determination etched on their faces as they stand together against injustice. Their defiance resonates through time and reminds us of the turbulent sixties and seventies when people across America took to the streets to voice their dissent. The monochromatic composition adds an air of solemnity to this historic image. It serves as a poignant reminder that even within school walls, freedom of expression should be protected and cherished. These high school students symbolize not only a generation's fight for rights but also represent countless others who stood up against an unpopular war. Their story is one of resilience and courage amidst adversity – a testament to the power individuals possess when they unite for justice. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as both a reminder of our past struggles and an inspiration for future generations fighting for their beliefs.
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