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Terrorism

Welcome to the research guide for Terrorism.

The Oxford English Dictionary defines terrorism as "The use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims." This guide contains information on specific terrorist attacks in the recent past as well as trends in terrorist activities and countermeasures. The tabs at the side of this page will direct you to information about books, articles, streaming videos, and online resources. If you have any trouble finding these sources, please ask a librarian for help.

 

Photo of the Tear Drop Memorial to the victims of 9/11 in Bayonne, New Jersey.

The Tear Drop Memorial to the victims of 9/11 located in Bayonne, NJ, 2018, by Corey Seeman.