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The Making of Paramilitarism in Turkey
About this book
This edited volume explores the history and evolution of Turkish paramilitarism from the late Ottoman period to the 2010s. Aimed at undergraduates, postgraduates, scholars, and non-specialists, it offers an interdisciplinary analysis of paramilitary forces' influence on Turkey's historical, political, social, legal, and visual landscapes. The book examines key issues such as the Armenian Genocide, anti-communist operations, Alevi pogroms, and anti-Kurdish violence, and delves into how state-sponsored paramilitary groups have shaped the nation's modern history. Through case studies, examining key paramilitary groups such as Grey Wolves, Village Guards, and J?TEM, contributors reveal the deep-seated connections between paramilitarism and statecraft in Turkey.
With a unique focus on the suppression of marginalised groups, including Armenians, Kurds, and Alevis, the book presents groundbreaking research on how paramilitarism has been instrumental in state violence, both domestically and internationally. By incorporating political, economic, and social dimensions, this volume offers a fresh perspective on the enduring role of paramilitary actors in shaping Turkish state policies and provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics behind informal violence in Turkey's history.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Foreword Paramilitarism in Turkey: Deception, Performance, and Violence
- Contributors
- About the Book
- Part I The Origins of Paramilitarism in Modern Turkey
- Part II Paramilitarism and Raison D’etat
- Part III The Functioning of Paramilitarism Abroad and At Home
- Part IV 1990s: The Heyday of Paramilitarism
- Part V Post-Truth Paramilitarism
- Index