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Modern History: Key Concepts and Events 1980-2001

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A quick recap on the main terms and concepts such as Glasnost, Jihad and Mujaheddin, that have become an indelible part of our lives over the past 30 years. This flashcard deck is the perfect study tool for ensuring that you understand these important political and historical concepts.
Andrew Burke
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Détente The easing of hostility or strained relations, especially between countries.
Realism The attitude or practice of accepting a situation as it is and then addressing it accordingly.
Idealism An individual who is guided more by ideals, rather than practical considerations.
Glasnost The process of reducing the state control on the media in the Soviet Union (openness).
Perestroika Introduction of economic reforms that allowed people to trade for profit (restructuring).
Jihad A struggle or fight against the enemies of Islam, a holy war.
Mujaheddin 'Soldiers of God'
Insurgency Can be defined as an active revolt or uprising.
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