War of Liberation

A War of liberation is a conflict which is primarily intended to bring freedom or independence to a nation or group. Examples might include a war to overthrow a colonial power, or to remove a dictator from power. Such wars are often unconventional. When a war is large - but not complete - overlap between a War of liberation and a War of Independence can occur.

Famous quotes containing the words war and/or liberation:

    “—Thus their hands are plucking at each other;
    Picking at the rope-knouts of their scourging;
    Snatching after us who smote them, brother,
    Pawing us who dealt them war and madness.”
    —Wilfred Owen (1893–1918)

    “Reason transformed into prejudice is the worst form of prejudice, because reason is the only instrument for liberation from prejudice.”
    —Allan Bloom (1930–1992)