Terrorism, Violence, and Revolt

What are some examples of international terrorism in our world today that have impacted developed and developing nations?

How has terrorism impacted developed and developing nations in the contemporary world?

Northern Ireland 1960s-1990s

Munich Olympics 1972

Chile and leader Pinochet 1973

9/11

Ireland

Northern Ireland- 1960s-1990s. Secular violence.

The Troubles

Northern Ireland- 1960s-1990s. Secular violence.The Troubles between the Nationalists (Catholics) v Unionists (Protestants)

The issue: whether to remain united with Great Britain.

30 years of intense violence

IRA - Irish Republican Army fostered the violence to encourage a separation from GB

It was here the first theories of how to create an effective group for change using violence where developed. And it was here people learned of how to effectively deal with violence and terrorism

Northern Ireland- 1960s-1990s. Secular violence.

The Peace Process involved ceasefire agreements, decommissioning of weapons, and withdrawal of British troops

In 2005 the IRA declared an end to its campaign and Britain, for the 1st time, recognizes the “Irish dimension”

Today there is real peace and real promise as the Northern Irish pursue the path of a devolved gov’t

1972 Munich Olympics

1972 Munich Olympics

1972 Munich Olympics

Only three TV stations in AmericaLimited access to information

Consider: How important can you make your cause if you can get on TV....?

Chile and dictator Pinochet

Chile and dictator PinochetChile was a communist nation in the early 1970s.Pinochet (under secret American guidance) instituted a coup d etat (the other 9/11) and became the leader/president from 1974-1990.

Lots of allegations of violence under the regime but American foreign policy in the Cold War era supported anyone who was anti-communist no matter how they might treat the citizens.

9/11

9/11Al-Quada with leader Osama Bin Laden

Results: Invasion of Iraq and Invasion of Afghanistan

Patriot Act - giving the federal govt rights to read emails, tap phones without a warrant. This

was canceled in 2008