Learn about the role military veterans play within violent American far-right groups and the threat they pose to democracy.
Would American veterans have taken up arms against “all enemies, foreign and domestic,” against the country they were sworn to protect?
Through compelling personal stories from both sides of the political divide, this documentary delves deeply into the violent far-right movements of America, including never-before-seen footage of the Proud Boys, Three Percenters, and Oath Keepers. It examines how trained military veterans organize and lead, and examines the potential threat they pose to American democracy.
Most veterans successfully transition back into civilian life, but a growing number are drawn to the same kinds of groups that attacked the Capitol on January 6, 2021. This series explores the historical roots of the white supremacist movement, the conspiracy theories that appeal to veterans today, and the credibility they lend politicians and former military officers. It’s a stark warning about the existential threat to democracy in this election year and beyond.
