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The Strength Not to Fight: Conscientious Objectors of the Vietnam War - in Their Own Words (Paperback)

by James W. Tollefson (Author) "There was a part of me, frankly, that wanted go to war..." (more)
Key Phrases: preinduction physical, refusing induction, student deferment, United States, World War, San Francisco (more...)
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Product Description
James Tollefson imparts an oral history that has the compelling drama of the best fiction. Conscientious objectors tell the stories behind the classification: the depth of their conviction, their efforts to prove sincere opposition in the face of persecution and criminal prosecution, and their feelings today about their actions during the Vietnam War.

About the Author
James W. Tollefson was a conscientious objector during the Vietnam War. He is a professor of English at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.

Product Details
  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Potomac Books Inc.; 1st Pbk. Ed edition (July 12, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1574882570
  • ISBN-13: 978-1574882575
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #611,287 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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