Philip Berrigan

American priest and anti-war activist

Philip Berrigan - American priest and anti-war activist
Born

October 5th, 1923
101 years ago

Died

December 6th, 2002
22 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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A Catholic priest and social activist, played a crucial role in anti-war movements during the Vietnam War era. Founded the Plowshares Movement, promoting nonviolent resistance to militarism and nuclear weapons. Coordinated protests and used civil disobedience to draw attention to issues of war and poverty. Participated in the destruction of draft files as a statement against the Vietnam War, which resulted in multiple arrests and prison sentences.

Founded the Plowshares Movement

Participated in anti-Vietnam War protests

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