The 1960s saw a breakdown of traditional values and norms among the young, with hippies promoting nonviolence, love, and openness as alternatives to middle-class society. The movement gained popularity, but was ultimately halted by the shocking crimes committed by Charles Manson and his followers, the Manson Family.
The Manson Murders
In the tumultuous 1960s, societal norms and traditional values were challenged, especially among the youth. The counterculture movement, characterized by its emphasis on nonviolence and love, spread the mantra "Make love, not war."
