The peace symbol is most often associated with the protests pertaining to the Vietnam War. When the protests first began, they were mainly made up of peace activists and college students who detested the drafting process. However, after the government increased the amount of soldiers sent over to Vietnam, protests began to become more popular with the general public because of this widespread dislike of the war.
The media had a huge influence on the people back home as well. Since a lot of pictures and videos could now be taken overseas, many civilians were exposed to disturbing images of the destruction American troops caused in Vietnam.
The most devastating protest during this time was held at Kent State University. When the protestors began to get violent, 4 students got shot and 10 others were wounded by National Guardsmen.
Concurrently, the hippie movement surfaced into our culture, adding to the protests and preaching peace to all. Music transformed with this movement, as well as fashion and the mindset many young adults had towards the government.
http://www.history.com/topics/vietnam-war/vietnam-war-protests
http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/protests_vietnam_war.htm
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