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Counter-Terrorism and Osama Bin Laden, 2007.
An analysis of the threats posed by Osama Bin Laden and the possibility of using counter-terrorism to combat those threats.
2,570 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses possible strategies to counter the threat posed to the United States, by Osama Bin Laden. It describes the danger that Bin Laden poses in relation to his influence and his organization, Al Qaeda, and discusses previously used strategies and their success. It then goes on to discuss the option of using counter-terrorism to combat terrorist activities and reduce the risk of terrorism that Bin Laden poses.
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Introduction
Osama Bin Laden
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"Osama Bin Laden is the head of one of the most dangerous terrorist organizations; namely The Al Qa'ida organization. This organization is difficult to fight in conventional terms as it is characterized by its networking style of operation which makes the organization difficult to track and combat. (Al-Qaeda. Wikipedia.) Another factor which makes conventional military actions difficult is that the organization is also obscure in terms of its membership and leadership hierarchy. While Osama Bin Laden is the ostensible leader and symbolic head of the organization, the actual leadership structure is largely unknown. This leads to the realization that combating and countering Osama Bin Laden cannot be adequately achieved through formal military strategy."
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Osama bin Laden, 2007.
This paper analyzes Osama bin Laden and his deadly terrorism.
943 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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The paper provides a review of Osama Bin Laden's background and explains the history and structure of his organization. The paper explains his connections to fundamentalism and his links with other known terrorist groups. The paper describes Bin Laden's extreme hatred of the West and globalization and discusses how he has issued a "Jihad" (holy war) against the West for his and other terrorist organizations. The paper shows how Osama bin Laden's fundamentalist beliefs make him a danger to the western world and a deadly ally to many other terrorist groups determined to removed American "infidels" from the globe.
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"Osama bin Laden was born in 1957 in Saudi Arabia. His family raised him in the strict Islamic tradition; he is a Sunni Muslim. He attended Abdul Ariz University in Jeddah, where he graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. His father amassed a fortune in the construction industry; in fact, it was the largest construction company in Saudi Arabia and had close ties to the Saudi royal family. When his father died, Bin Laden became independently wealthy (Piszkiewicz 107). After he became disenchanted with western influence in Saudi Arabia and began organizing resistance, his family disowned him in 1994, and Saudi Arabia revoked his citizenship (Thackrah 189-190)."
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Osama Bin Laden, 2007.
This paper presents a biographical account of Osama Bin Laden's life.
2,649 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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This paper describes Osama Bin Laden's life and its impact on his actions and outlook. The writer highlights Bin Laden's religious fervor and the development of his commitment to fundamentalist Islamic theology. In particular, the paper examines the relationship between Al Qaeda and the Taliban, which was based mainly on this shared fundamentalist religious philosophy. The paper concludes with a discussion of the 9/11 attacks.
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"As Dennis Piszkiewicz writes in his 2003 book, Terrorism's War with America: A History, Bin Laden's background "emerges from a fog of vague and often contradictory tales," and warns that the details should be taken with a small helping of skepticism (Piszkiewicz 2003). Even the exact date of his birth is unclear, however he is believed to have been born sometime in the mid-1950's. One of the youngest of fifty siblings, he was born into one of the wealthiest families in Saudi Arabia (LeVine 1999). His father, Mohammed Bin Laden moved from Yemen in to Saudi Arabia and eventually built up that country's largest construction company. Beginning in the 1950's, the Saudis began to build hospitals, schools, and roads, and on the "back of royal patronage," the Bin Ladens became incredibly rich in the process (LeVine 1999). Osama's mother was one of the last and least regarded of his father's many wives, thus with little status in the family, when Mohammed died in 1967, Osama turned to religion. Although there have been rumors that he was a playboy in London and Beirut during the 1970's, this is almost certainly false since he speaks poor English and no French, and appears to have been pious even as a child (LeVine 1999). "
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Hitler and Osama bin Laden, 2004.
A comparative analysis of the paranoia of Adolf Hitler and Osama bin Laden.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper examines how, in psychology, paranoia is defined as ?a mental illness' in which somebody wrongly believes that they are hated or badly treated by others, and how, in this context, Adolph Hitler and Osama bin Laden do not have commonality of thought. It looks at how, although leaders of their respective groups or nations, both the men were poles apart. It shows how they belonged to two starkly opposite backgrounds, performed differently, were brought up in absolutely opposite environments, and functioned in this transitory world, thereby, spending their lives with a cause.
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"Adolf Hitler was the head of the state and he brought much anguish as well as created extreme chaos in the lives of all Jews of his times. Evidence suggests that Hitler?s personality problems also resulted partly due to religious influence; however, he received much of his inspiration for the heinous crime that he committed from his political environment as well as from his economic deprivation as a child and a teenager. On the other hand, Osama bin Laden is the leader of a religious group by the name Al-Qaida. The motives behind Laden?s operation and the inspiration that motivated him to establish a religious group comes from the religious teachings. Osama bin Laden was never into politics and to date exhibits no such interests."
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Osama Bin Laden, 2002.
A biography of Osama Bin Laden.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper investigates Osama Bin Laden the person and examines him and his personality.
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The Government's Response to Osama Bin Laden and Al-Qaeda, 2002.
A political creative writing paper on Osama Bin Laden/Al-Qaeda written from the point of view of a fictitious governmental agency.
2,260 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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The following paper is a fictitious response to Osama Bin Laden's terrorist arguments, which describes and justifies the actions a government would have to undertake to combat terrorists.
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"Osama Bin Laden and his terrorist Al-Qaeda organization have
committed a number of atrocities in recent years, culminating in the horrific attacks of September 11th 2001. They continue to postulate justifications for their actions, and present arguments in support of their continuing jihad, or "holy war" against the non-Islamic West, and the United States of America in particular. Following the recent Al-Qaeda terrorist activity, this Government has resolved both to address the terrorists' arguments and explain the number of wide-ranging actions and initiatives that have been implemented in order to combat this grave terrorist threat."
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Al Qa'ida and Osama Bin laden, 2006.
This paper examines the origins, leadership and structure of the Al Qa'ida terrorist network.
2,559 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper provides a broad outline of the various known elements and aspects of the Al Qa'ida terrorist network, with a special focus on the role Osama Bin Laden. A brief biography of Bin Laden's life is presented, as well as a history of the organization. The role of fundamentalist Islamic ideologies in relation to Al Qa'ida is examined as well as Al Qa'ida's links to international militant Islamic organizations. Terror attacks attributed to Al Qa'ida are also highlighted.
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Origins
Osama Bin Laden
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"A crucial part of the history of Al Qa'ida is that the fight against the Soviet Union was not conducted in conventional terms, but was seen as a holy war against the aggressor. This resulted in volunteers and supporters from throughout the Muslim world rallying to the call. Furthermore, the resistance experience fused together Islamic fighters from a wide range of backgrounds and views to create the central kernel of the new organization. "Muslims from Algeria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Southeast Asia, and beyond fought side by side, forging relationships and creating a cadre of veterans who shared a powerful life experience, a more global view,..." (Jenkins 2002. p. 3)"
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Holy War and Osama bin Laden, 2008.
This paper provides a critical review of Peter Bergen's book "Holy War, Inc.".
2,237 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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In this essay, the writer notes that perhaps the most striking element of Peter Bergen's book about the life of Osama bin Laden, 'Holy War Inc.', is the impeccable timing of its release, as the author was well prepared to write a book on the world of al-Qaeda and their motivations for war. The writer points out that Bergen's book had taken six years to write, but after September 11, it was swiftly pushed into print with a hasty update and no index. The writer discusses that the work is an interesting read that traces a solid background of the FBI's most wanted man - Osama bin Laden. The writer concludes that this would be an appropriate book for those coming new to the topic of al-Qaeda, as well as those with an interest in the new forms of postmodern war being waged across and beyond borders.
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Summary of Main Themes
Outline of Thesis
Evaluation of Thesis and Purpose
Evaluation of Bergen's Use of Evidence
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"The key finding of the book, however, is Bergen's close analysis of the way in which global terrorism - and in particular Holy War - is now waged. Postmodern attacks are no longer launched from a single national base against a foreign national power, which has shifted the entire strategy for waging war. New terrorist networks are not filled by ragged mountain men leading a guerilla war from their thatched huts. Instead, postmodern terrorism utilizes cutting-edge communications and weapons technology to carry out its aims. The 'average' terrorist is well educated, well funded, international in scope and uses global contacts and sophisticated business planning to wage war. Thus, the aims of Holy War - an ancient Islamic calling of martyrdom and sacrifice - are blended into the high-tech structures of our postmodern communication age to achieve strategic international political goals."
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Osama bin Laden, 2002.
The training, tactics, and state-sponsored terrorism of Al-Quaeda.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the practices of Osama bin Laden, a Saudi terrorist, and the supporter of a large mercenary force. It addresses religious and financial motivations, training situations, and the extent to which bin Laden is prepared to act in his efforts to destroy, or at the very least disrupt, Western civilization.
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Osama bin Ladin and the Media, 2002.
A look at how the Osama bin Laden story has been blown up by the media.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses how the media has reported this high profile story with very little proof at all. The effect that the media has had in fuelling this story is also addressed.
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Terrorism and Bin Laden, 2008.
A critical review of Peter Bergen's work "Holy War, Inc." that provides an understanding of terrorism and bin Laden as a terrorist leader.
3,113 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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The paper looks at the many arguments for and against the validity of Bergen's "Holy War, Inc.". The paper shows how, although Bergen is capable of supporting his thesis in the book, his political views adversely affect the overall scope of the book, because they impact the author's final determination of how terrorism can be overcome in the modern world. The paper is of the opinion that despite its limitations, Bergen's work is essential reading for anyone who desires an insight into terrorism and bin Laden.
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"Bergen's (2001) work reflects the results of extensive in-depth investigation of Osama bin Laden and al Queda, the leading terrorist threat to the United States. Bergen (2001) a journalist and producer, formerly with CNN and ABC, had the opportunity of continually gathering information and learning about the terrorist organization and its leader for his work. Additionally, as bin Laden continued to become more powerful as a terrorist leader, bin Laden wanted to spread his anti-American message throughout the world, specifically targeting the global Muslim community to gain support for his endeavors. Bin Laden believed that using CNN as a pulpit for his views was the most effective manner in accomplishing his goals, and therefore, Bergen (2001) was capable of not only obtaining information that most Americans are not privy to, he was capable of talking with bin Laden personally and sharing this experience with the world at bin Laden's request."
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Terrorism, 2005.
This paper discusses four topics relating to terrorism-- secular vs. religious terrorists, funding, the Middle East and capturing Osama Bin Laden.
1,110 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper defines terrorists as people who use violence for the purpose of spreading fear rather than for the physical results of their actions to draw attention to things they perceive as wrongs that must be righted by society. It points out that two main causes of conflict in the Middle East are the conflicts between Israel and Palestinians and the conflicts between fundamentalist religious groups and more moderate religious groups. It also discusses how it is impossible to predict the effect of capturing Osama Bin Laden because, although his capture would be a tremendous morale boost, his followers are fanatical and the capture of their great leader might trigger a new wave of violence.
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Secular vs. Religious Terrorists
Using the IRA , Ways Terrorists Groups Finance Their Operations
Two Main Sources of Conflict in the Middle East
Capturing Osama Bin Laden: Good or Bad? Dead or Alive?
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"The Irish Republican Army, or IRA, has used a variety of ways to fund their operations. In one example December of last year, both the British and Northern Ireland governments believe that the IRA was behind a bank robbery described as "spectacular" in the media. In this bank robbery, thirty-eight Euros were stolen. That's nearly $50 million in American dollars. The British government says that the IRA made multiple attempts to launder the money using Mafia-like approaches, such as filtering the money through legitimate businesses. In the huge manhunt that followed the bank robbery, the Irish police seized over 3.5 million Euros, including the equivalent of 2.3 million pounds, all in cash, found with one businessman in Cork, Ireland, in February of this year. This arrest shows the ties to businesses for laundering purposes."
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Suitcase Nukes, 2007.
An analysis of the threat of Osama Bin Laden's purchase of small nuclear weapons.
1,310 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses nuclear weapons and how they have been obtained by terrorist organizations. This paper specifically focuses on small, suitcase-sized nuclear weapons and the threat they impose by falling into the wrong hands of terrorist organizations. The paper focuses on Osama Bin Laden and al Qaeda's purchase and use of nuclear weapons. It includes some personal comments by the writer, on the topic.
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"America today, puts terrorism as a main concern, and nuclear weapons could wreak the greatest havoc on our country. Author Paul Williams claims Osama bin Laden's al-Qaida terrorist group purchased 20 nuclear weapons in 1998 for $30 million dollars, and 2 tons of heroin (which has a street value of $700 million). These nukes were purchased from former KGB agents (KGB agents are agents who worked under the Russian Committee for State Security). Williams says that this deal is one of three in which al-Qaida has purchased small nuclear weapons, or weapon-grade nuclear uranium."
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Justifying Terror, 2002.
A biography of the life of Osama Bin Laden and an analysis of his hatred for Americans.
2,368 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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The paper evaluates the life of terrorist Osama Bin Laden in an attempt to understand the roots of his hatred for America and why he attacked on September 11th 2001. It provides a biography of his life from his introduction to Islamic fundamentalism to the formation of his Al-Qaeda organization and how he began with his resentment of the U.S. presence in Saudi Arabia before and after the Gulf War. It examines his support for the Palestinian cause and analyzes whether it is because of true anger towards the U.S. and Israel or whether it is propaganda in an attempt to gain more supporters.
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"With the start of the Gulf War in 1990, bin Laden became a nuisance to the Saudi government. He was angered by the presence of U.S. troops in the region, and he felt he could do just as good a job fighting the Iraqi?s with his well trained Al-Qaeda fighters. He became an outspoken critic of the Saudi royal family and finally, in 1991, after already taking away his travel rights a year earlier, the royal family stripped bin Laden of his Saudi citizenship. Consequently, he took his views, and his organization to Sudan, where a hard line Islamic militant government had just come to power. Angered by the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the United Nations sanctions on Iraq, and most of all, the postwar presence of U.S. troops in the Muslim holy land of Saudi Arabia, Osama bin Laden went from angry observer to active aggressor."
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Democracy vs. Fundamentalism, 2002.
The argument for democracy over Osama Bin Laden's religious Islamic Fundamentalism.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper will discuss how Osama Bin laden plays into the idea of terrorism and why democracy needs to oust this Islamic Fundamentalist from power. The forms of government in this state of Muslim extremism form irrational government, as Democracy offers secular advantages of separation of Church and State.
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