1. A History of Terrorism
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2. Terrorism
the use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims
Even though it seems like a new word since September 11th, 2001 terrorism has been used a political and ideological tool for hundreds of years.
Terrorism is a political strategy

3. Goals of Terrorism
Use violence to usher in change for what is believed will be for the better.
The use of violence in an attempt to have society return to its previous condition
Use the media to influence and create fear among people and force political action

4. The Reign of Terror
1973 The French Revolution used terror to kill the enemies of Revolution and intimidate others into submission.
The guillotine!

5. Terrorism and Religious Extremism
Extremists: a person or group that has radical viewpoints and are willing to take actions that represent them.
Fundamentalists: People who worship their religion and their texts as universal law.
Religious groups throughout history have used terror tactics to attempt to create a religious state
Ancient Hebrew were called Zealots
Christians led violent Crusades, destroyed and plundered innocent victims in their attempt to conquer Holy Lands.

6. Extremists vs. Secularist
Religion is Law
Unwilling to change or compromise
Believe violence solves problems
Use religious texts as primary sources.
Secular (religion is separate)
Tolerant
Progress with times
Believe in political debate and compromise to bring about change
Religion guides people lives

7. Internal Terrorism
U.S. 1860’s
The Sons of Liberty terrorized British soldiers by Tar and Feathering them

8. Internal Terrorism
USA: 1860’s
Abolitionist John Brown used terror tactics to intimidate pro-slavery settlers.

9. Internal Terrorists
USA 1930’s-1960s
The Klu Klux Klan was a religious extremist group against racial integration and even Catholics.

10. Summarize
Terrorists groups rarely achieve long-term success because the support of the mass population is usually lost over time.
People naturally favor moderation, compromise and change by political means
Logic always prevails.