The Role of the Military in Politics
Examines the reasons for military intervention in politics and the impact of military rule in countries like Indonesia and Burma.
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Examines the reasons for military intervention in politics and the impact of military rule in countries like Indonesia and Burma.
Key Questions
- What conditions facilitated military coups in Southeast Asia?
- How did the military legitimize its political role?
- What were the consequences of military dominance on civil society?
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