The model of nationalism begins with two different categories: patriotism, in which the idea is loyalty to the state, and nationalist movements, which demonstrate loyalty to one’s own nation. To understand this, one must understand the difference between a nation and a state.

A state is made up of a politically defined territory ruled by a sovereign government. Most states also have a legally and internationally recognized military along with an economy and laws governing its people, which may be of multiple religious, social, and ethnic origins. A nation, on the other hand, is comprised of people with similar social characteristics. These may include a common language, religion, customs, or other attributes bringing a sense of community and difference from the rest of the state among its members. Unlike a state, a nation is not a sovereign entity. At best, a nation can be granted autonomy by the state over certain aspects of its existence, but is still considered part of t

There are two main ways a nation can obtain this increase in self determination. Some choose to remain with the state but require more self authority than was previously given. In these cases, the nation presses for more autonomy. While being able to remain part of the state, this autonomy allows the nation to operate independently in matters where custom or culture differs from that of the state at large. In cases where this is insufficient, a nation may choose to leave the state altogether. This is called secession, and differs from autonomy in that the nation demands sovereignty and total self rule. This demand of separation would normally also include the region in which the nation resides, causing both political and territorial conflict with the state. This often leads to a state response which can vary anywhere from diplomacy to all out war.

June 6, 1982: Israel invades Lebanon to fight the PLO.

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