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War & Conscientious Objection in Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends, 1940-1975

Oregon Yearly Meeting

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Interview With Jon Newkirk, Cherice Bock, Ralph Beebe Nov 2017

Interview With Jon Newkirk, Cherice Bock, Ralph Beebe

War & Conscientious Objection in Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends, 1940-1975

Jon Newkirk talks about how he registered for the draft during the Vietnam War as a conscientious objector, and how his faith influenced that decision. He also describes some of his experiences in Vietnam where he served for his alternative service.


Interview With Eric Palmer, Cherice Bock, Ralph Beebe Oct 2017

Interview With Eric Palmer, Cherice Bock, Ralph Beebe

War & Conscientious Objection in Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends, 1940-1975

Eric Palmer reflects on how he registered for the draft as a conscientious objector, and how his faith influenced his decision.