Typology of reasons why a person kills in a war context: The case of rebel/nationalist army combatants in the Spanish Civil War.
J Health Psychol
; : 13591053241233339, 2024 Feb 20.
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ABSTRACT
European historiography on wars has embarked on a study of a matter of crucial significance:
the involvement of ordinary individuals as perpetrators of mass casualties. This article aims to provide insights and hypotheses concerning the underlying motives behind such actions, focusing on the unique context of the Spanish Civil War. The data utilized for this study are drawn from a sample of 112 oral interviews conducted with former combatants of the Spanish Civil War, all born between 1905 and 1920. During these interviews, 112 men participated a semi structured discussion. Individual perceptions and variables of interest relevant to acts of violence were subjected to qualitative analysis. Our analysis suggests that instances of aggression often arise because of emotional triggers, alignment with fascist ideological convictions, societal pressures and a sense of duty-driven obedience. Our results refute the notion that ideological factors alone suffice as explanations.
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MEDLINE
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En
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J Health Psychol
Assunto da revista:
PSICOLOGIA
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
País de afiliação:
Espanha
País de publicação:
ENGLAND
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ESCOCIA
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GB
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GREAT BRITAIN
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INGLATERRA
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REINO UNIDO
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SCOTLAND
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UK
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UNITED KINGDOM