| Description |
1 online resource (ix, 235 pages). |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Series |
Praeger studies in diplomacy and strategic thought,
1076-1543
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Praeger studies in diplomacy and strategic thought.
1076-1543
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 189-228) and index. |
| Contents |
Foreword / Ulrich K. Wegener -- 1. An Overview of Terrorism -- 2. International Aspects of Counterterrorism -- 3. Entebbe and Mogadishu: Lessons in Successful Hostage Rescue -- 4. Malta: Lessons in Unsuccessful Hostage Rescue -- 5. Considerations and Conclusions: Final Considerations. |
| Summary |
Terrorism and its manifestations continue to evolve, becoming deadlier and more menacing. This study considers the evolution of terrorism since 1968 and how airlines and governments have attempted to deal with this form of violence through a series of nonforce strategies. Using historical examples, we see how governments, particularly the United States, attempted to counter politically motivated aerial hijacking with metal detectors, legal means, and, finally, in frustration, counterviolence operations to subdue terrorists. As nations witnessed aerial hijacking and sieges, the requirement for paramilitary and military counterterrorist forces became a necessity. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Terrorism.
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Terrorism. |
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Terrorism -- History -- 20th century.
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History. |
| Chronological Term |
20th century |
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1900 - 1999 |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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History.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Taillon, J. Paul de B., 1953- Hijacking and hostages. Westport, Conn. : Praeger, 2002 0275974685 (DLC) 2002025206 (OCoLC)49375430 |
| ISBN |
0313012229 (electronic book) |
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9780313012228 (electronic book) |
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0275974685 (alkaline paper) |
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9780275974688 (alkaline paper) |
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1280422785 |
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9781280422782 |
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