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Mau Mau Movement

Definition

The Mau Mau movement was an armed rebellion against British colonial rule in Kenya during the 1950s. The movement was primarily led by members of the Kikuyu ethnic group.

Related terms

Rebellion/Revolt: A rebellion or revolt is an act of violent or open resistance to an established government or ruler.

Decolonization: Decolonization is the process whereby colonies become independent of colonial powers.

Guerrilla Warfare: This refers to small-scale combat operations typically carried out by non-standard military forces often against larger more organized armies. It was a tactic often used by the Mau Mau.

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  • AP World History: Modern - 8.5 Decolonization After 1900

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