The Kent State shootings occurred on May 4, 1970, at Kent State University in Ohio. During a protest against the Vietnam War, members of the Ohio National Guard fired into a crowd of students, killing four and injuring nine others. The incident sparked national outrage and protests across the United States. The event became a pivotal moment in the anti-war movement, highlighting the tensions between students and the government. It also led to increased scrutiny of U.S. military involvement in Vietnam and raised questions about the use of force against civilians during protests.