CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2018
| Author | Akcan, Mesut |
|---|---|
| Title | The Dynamics of Successful and Failed Coup Attempts:The Case of Turkey |
| Summary | Turkey has faced attempted and successful coups in the past due to the ideological differences in the leadership of the political leaders in the country. The military officers are in charge of the defence of the country, and they keep the country safe from both internal and external enemies. The success of the military depends on their ability to work together so that they can provide a unified front against enemies. During a coup, the military officers are divided based on the support or opposition they have towards the leader. The military has spearheaded the coups that have taken place in the country when there are political differences and instabilities among the leaders. The militants take over the resources of the country. One of the successful coups in Turkey was by the Putschists who announced their take over using the national radio station. On the other hand, the failed coups in the country were due to failed strategies and inability to influence the military for support. Coups affect the stability of the country, including the political, economic, and social wellbeing of the citizens. People live in constant fear and there are constant fights between the leader of a coup and the existing president for power. The economic effect leads to low standards of living among the citizens of the country who do not have a regular flow of income that can support their families. On the other hand, the aftermath of a coup disrupts the country as there must be rebuilding to restore the nation to its former status. Coups in Turkey play an important role in the country, despite being a bad approach to settling the political differences. |
| Supervisor | Erin Kristin Jenne |
| Department | International Relations MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2018/akcan_mesut.pdf |
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