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Definition of terrorism

Reader comment on item: Calling a Terrorist a Terrorist

Submitted by G.A. (Serbia), Oct 16, 2015 at 06:38

The term "terrorism" had, historically, the meaning "causing terror' and normally referred to an unexpected bombing of a military outpost by one or a few individuals.

But in post-WW II times, esp in the last few decades, the best definition of terrorism would be, I think:

" The DELIBERATE attack on INNOCENT civilians, out of political or religious motivations."

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Title Commenter Date Thread
Definition of terrorism [59 words]G.A.Oct 16, 2015 06:38225661
Are they "Terrorists" or "Militants"? [600 words]MichoelDec 21, 2008 06:13145555
terrorism - and one's poltical perspective [110 words]G.A.Oct 20, 2015 07:07145555
Truth vs Modern Usage [44 words]MichoelOct 23, 2015 02:36145555

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