| Description |
xxii, 271 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
New approaches to African history ; 5
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New approaches to African history ; 5.
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| Summary |
"This book surveys the history of armed conflict in Africa in the period since decolonization and independence. The number of post-independence conflicts in Africa has been considerable, and this book introduces to readers a comprehensive analysis of their causes and character. Tracing the evolution of warfare from anti-colonial and anti-apartheid campaigns to complex conflicts in which factionalized armies, militias, and rebel groups fight with each other and prey upon non-combatants, it allows the readers a new perspective to understand violence on the continent. The book is written to appeal not only to students of history and African politics, but also to experts in the policy community, the military, and humanitarian agencies"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-262) and index. |
| Contents |
1. Evolving warfare -- 2. Anti-colonial rebels -- 3. Majority rule rebels -- 4 Reform rebels -- 5. Warlord rebels -- 6. Parochial rebels -- Conclusion: the past and future of warfare in Africa. |
| Subject |
Africa -- History, Military -- 20th century.
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Africa. |
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History, Military. |
| Chronological Term |
20th century |
| Subject |
Africa -- History -- 1960-
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History. |
| Chronological Term |
1960- |
| Subject |
Violence -- Africa -- History -- 20th century.
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Violence. |
| ISBN |
9780521850452 hardback |
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0521850452 hardback |
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9780521615525 paperback |
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0521615526 paperback |
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