On May 21, 1970, the National Guard was mobilized to respond to escalating protests at Ohio State University. Both Black and white students united in demanding the termination of the university’s ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) programs and calling for the increased admission and support of Black students. The demonstration reflected broader national unrest tied to racial inequality and opposition to the Vietnam War.
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