Unconventional Warfare
/ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənl ˈwɔːrˌfɛər/
Definitions
- (n.) A form of conflict involving guerrilla tactics, sabotage, subversion, and other irregular methods to achieve political or military objectives without conventional warfare.
The military studied unconventional warfare tactics to counter insurgencies.
Forms
- unconventional warfare
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Commentary
Unconventional warfare is distinct from conventional warfare and often falls under irregular combat in legal contexts, impacting the application of international humanitarian law.
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