May 70

May 70

Kent State

This poster was created with orange construction paper, an outline template and was silkscreened. This image itself has a lot of symbolic messages within itself. The American solider in front that is in combat has a soldier behind him and coming after the soldier. The Nazi symbol on the distorted face is known as the Americans “Nightmares” that they have about previous wars. This image was created off the anger and emotions that these students feel and it is strategically put together by showing the mistakes the United States have made over their beliefs. The lives of these students need to remembered, not forgotten in the past. “the victims... by their sacrifice should no longer be mourned but celebrated.” (Fitzgerald) They had made a sacrifice for speaking up and protesting for what they believe in and not backing down from it. Creating a large impact was the goal, and it was accomplished.

Columbia Chollege Chicago Students

Kent State Collection, College Archives & Special Collections, Columbia College Chicago

College Archives & Special Collections, Columbia College Chicago

1970s

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