
Guerrilla
Irregular fighters
Guerrillas typically operate without a front line, focusing on surprise attacks and mobility.

Guerrilla fighters often use hit-and-run tactics against their enemies.
Political undertones
The term usually conveys a political struggle, implying guerrillas have an ideological motive.

The guerrilla sought to overthrow the corrupt government.
Not mercenaries
Guerrillas differ from mercenaries, as they fight for beliefs, not just money.

The guerrilla's dedication to their cause was unwavering.
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FighterInsurgentParamilitaryPartisanRebelRegularRevolutionary
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