Dec 4, 2008

Salem on History | Canadian Activists Found Greenpeace

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Series: Great Events from History II: Ecology and the Environment Series
Categories: Social Issues, Reform, and Protest, Environmental Issues
Subcategories: Peace Movement, Pacifism, Pacifists, Organizations, Agencies, Institutions, Nuclear Weapons, Power, Radiation, Ecology, Environment, Conservation
Curriculum: Canadian History
Geographical Location: Canada
Date: November, 1969

Article abstract: Greenpeace grew out of concerns over nuclear testing and developed into an international watchdog organization dedicated to protecting the planet.

Summary of Event

Born out of antinuclear sentiments, Greenpeace became one of the world’s largest environmental action groups. The organization drew its ideologies from Native American and Quaker traditions, and it brought many ecological issues to public attention with often-controversial tactics. Since its founding, the organization has played an integral part in raising public awareness...

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Salem on History | Canadian Activists Found Greenpeace

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Summary of Event

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