Chicano Moratorium

I found this short film by LMU film student, Thomas Myrdahl very informative. It shows point of views that Chicanos had during the time of the Vietnam War. More specifically, it talks about an event in East Los Angeles, the Chicano Moratorium. This event was held on August 29, 1970. This was a protest against Vietnam. Chicanos were concerned with the struggles they faced. They wanted social justice in the United States. Groups, such as the Brown Berets were formed in order to educate Chicanos about their political and social rights. During this protest, police cars showed up. Police men started beating up and even killing Chicanos. All Chicanos wanted was to stop being oppressed and opportunities for a better education.

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