Somali Patriotic Movement
Political party and paramilitary group in Somalia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Somali Patriotic Movement (SPM, Somali: Dhaqdhaqaaqa Wadaniga Soomaaliyeed, Arabic: الحركة الوطنية الصومالية) was a major politico-military faction during the early years of the Somali Civil War. It was founded and commanded by ahmed Omar Jess who were based in what is presently Jubaland region.
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Somali Patriotic Movement | |
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Leaders | SPM-Ogadeni (SPM-SNA):
SPM-Harti:
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Dates of operation | Unified: 1989–1992 SPM-Ogadeni: 1992–2004 SPM-Harti: 1992–2003 |
Group(s) | Ogaden (SPM 'Ogadeni') and non-Ogaden (known as SPM 'Harti') |
Headquarters | Kismayo |
Active regions | southern Somalia |
Ideology | Anti-communism Anti-Barre |
Allies | SSDF Before split: United Somali Congress (USC) |
Opponents | SPM-Harti: Juba Valley Alliance (JVA) |
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