Encyclopedia of Modern Separatist Movements

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Somalia seeks to unite all Somalies under one flag and Inner Mongolia to unite under Outer Mongolia, the Basquest want independence from Spain, the Kurds from Turkey, Quebec from Canada to name but a few. This work describes the world's main ethnic separatist and unification crusades, organizations, parties, campaigns, political events, and leaders. Individual entries examine the full range of movements and insurgencies and include: Kosovo, Northern Ireland, Switzerland, Miskitos, Pathans, Baluchis, South Moluccans, Karens, Moros, Berbers, Katanga, Eritrea, and New Caledonia. An introductory essay defines and explains ethnic separatist and unification movements, including causes and outcomes, and a chronology places events in historical perspective.

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Christopher Hewitt is professor of sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD. Tom Cheetham is an independent researcher and lecturer specializing in international relations and political science.