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1968: Young Blood

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Black and white photo of a crowd of young people holding signs on a city street, yelling and pointing at 2 police officers standing above them on a platform.

Documents the activities of the baby boomers during the '60s and '70s. Growing economies, freedom, and mobility gave rise to a new generation that rebelled against social forms, political actions, and, generally, any authority. Touches on Vietnam, its veterans, hippies, countercultures, and student protests and riots around the world.

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Runtime: 56 minutes 24 seconds

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