Scottish National Liberation Army

The Scottish National Liberation Army (SNLA) was allegedly a paramilitary organisation in Scotland. It supposedly campaigned for Scottish independence and the establishment of a socialist republic.

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Paramilitary - Scotland - Scottish independence - Socialist - Republic

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The SNLA was not very active and was never a part of the movement for Scottish self-government, the mainstream being represented by peaceful democratic political parties, primarily the Scottish National Party (SNP).

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Self-government - Democratic - Scottish National Party

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The SNLA was characterised by anti-English sentiment and its members are also particularly critical of the SNP.

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SNLA leader, Adam Busby has spent time in jail as a result of his activities.

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It has often been claimed that Adam Busby was an agent provocateur, employed by Special Branch to sabotage the SNP's electoral advances during the 1970's.

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Agent provocateur - Special Branch - 1970's

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