The Port Huron Statement, 1964
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The Port Huron Statement was created Spring 1962, at a lakeside camp by members of Students for a Democratic Society. Political activist Tom Hayden was its driving force and chief author. The statement reflected the dissatisfaction and disillusionment of many young people. It radicalized many college students toward social and political change, including laying the foundation for anti-Vietnam War protests.
The Port Huron Statement was created Spring 1962, at a lakeside camp by members of Students for a Democratic Society. Political activist Tom Hayden was its driving force and chief author. The statement reflected the dissatisfaction and disillusionment of many young people. It radicalized many college students toward social and political change, including laying the foundation for anti-Vietnam War protests.
Artifact
Book
Date Made
1964
Subject Date
1964
Keywords
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2001.142.9
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Tan (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 7.25 in
Width: 5.188 in
Length: .25 in
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