The unique role of the Tunisian military in the successful Tunisian revolution has been relatively unexplored but could yield important insights for understanding how and why militaries engage in civil unrest. Compared to the violence that eventually erupted in Libya, Egypt and Syria, the Tunisian Revolution was remarkable for both its low levels of violence and its eventual success. Two key aspects of this success were the role played by the Tunisian military and the non-violent strategies utilized by the protestors. [Read more]