Guerrillaism

/ɡəˈrɪləɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The philosophy, tactics, or political movement based on guerrilla warfare and unconventional military resistance.

Etymology

From 'guerrilla' (from Spanish 'guerra', war) plus the suffix '-ism', indicating an ideology or system of thought and action.

Kelly Says

In the 20th century, 'guerrillaism' became a sophisticated term in military theory and political philosophy—it wasn't just about tactics anymore, but about how revolutionary movements could challenge state power.

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