War Terms Flashcards
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Patriotic
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Having or expressing devotion to and vigorous support for one’s country.
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Jingoism
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Extreme patriotism, especially in the form of aggressive or warlike foreign policy.
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Propaganda
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Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view.
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Conscription
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Compulsory enlistment for state service, typically, into the armed forces.
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Nationalist
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A person who feels very strongly about their own country over others.
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Shell Shock
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This term was used to describe the post-traumatic stress faced by many of the soldiers when they returned from the war.