Age of Aquarius

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The "Age of Aquarius" refers to an astrological concept, not a specific period in United States history. In astrology, it signifies a time when the vernal equinox occurs in the constellation Aquarius. This is believed by some astrologers to usher in an era of social change, harmony, and connection among people.1

In the 1960s and 1970s, the term "Age of Aquarius" became associated with the countercultural hippie movement in the United States. Hippies rejected mainstream societal norms, favoring alternative lifestyles, communal living, and spiritual exploration, often drawing from Eastern religions and astrology. This period saw significant social upheaval, including protests against the Vietnam War and a burgeoning environmental movement. While some astrologers believe the Age of Aquarius began in the 20th century, there is no consensus on its exact start date.231

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Christened “the Age of Aquarius,” this postmillennial movement peaked in 1968–69 with a series of (largely student) uprisings around the world, from Los Angeles to Paris, that culminated in the Woodstock Festival in upstate New York in the summer of 1969. At the same time, the assassinations…
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