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urrents—liberalism, socialism, nationalism—and their interactions with existing power structures generated complex and often violent liberation processes. Reformist Movements and Gradual Liberation Not all liberation occurs thro

raditional authority. 1968 intensified these trends, pushing issues of race, gender, and authority into the forefront. Major Events of 1968: An In-Depth Breakdown The year was punctuated by a series of landmark events, each contributing to the overall sense of upheaval. Here, we explore th