Buds Up, Guns Down
In this photo, we see a woman offering a flower to a soldier. This was a common scene during protests during the Vietnam War—a strategy to offer an image of peace along with the message the protestors were trying to spread. The idea was to pick an emblem that was a complete opposite side to the coin of guns and defense, hence why “flower power” was born. At first, doves were used with this idea in mind, but flowers took on more popularity as they were easier to get for anyone, and just a more practical peace offering all together.
These Boots Were Made For the Troops
Nancy Sinatra was among one of the most beloved and favorite acts of the Bob Hope USO Tours in Vietnam. Nancy not only performed, but she also did several meet-and-greets and mingling with the soldiers. Her biggest belief was that supporting the troops in this way was extra special to her because in some way, her entire generation was attached to a Vietnam vet, whether that was knowing someone that was drafted, a parent, a sibling, or involved with war support/protest.
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