During the EOKA period of Greek Cypriot revolt against British
colonial rule, the Greek Cypriots and the British deployed propaganda
as a means of swaying allegiances, both within Cyprus and on the
international scene. _Propaganda and the Cyprus Revolt_ places new
emphasis on the vital role propaganda played in turning the tide
against British colonial control over Cyprus. Examining the increase
of violence and coercion during this period of revolt, this book
examines how the opposing sides' mobilization of propaganda offered
two alternative visions for the future of Cyprus that divided opinion,
to the ultimate detriment of British counterinsurgency efforts.
Detailing the deployment of propaganda by both parties across radio,
television and print channels, the book draws upon previously
unpublished archival material in order to paint a detailed picture of
how the British Empire lost control over the hearts and minds of the
Greek Cypriot people. This study shines new light on a crucial period
of Cypriot history and contributes to wider transnational debates
around the use of propaganda and the end of empire. This will be an
essential read for students of Cyprus history and British colonial
history.
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Rebellion, Counter-Insurgency and the Media, 1955-59
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781786736178
Publisert
2020
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Bloomsbury UK
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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