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Loyalism logo #21000 In general loyalism refers to an individual`s allegiance toward an established government, political party, or sovereign, especially during times of war and revolt. The most common usage of the term refers to loyalty to the British Crown. The term loyalist was also used during the Spanish Civil War, applying to republicans who remained loyal to t....
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loyalism

loyalism logo #20688Movement in Northern Ireland that defends the principle of unionism and totally rejects any change in the status or government of Northern Ireland that might threaten its links with the UK....
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loyalism

loyalism logo #21221Movement in Northern Ireland that defends the principle of unionism and totally rejects any change in the status or government of Northern Ireland that might threaten its links with the UK. Loyalists will either use violence, or support the use of violence, to ensure that this link is maintained. The roots of modern loyalist paramilitary groups lie...
Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21221
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