The Evolution of Black Bloc Tactics

This chapter examines the development of the Black Bloc tactic, particularly through the lens of the Dutch squatters' movement in the 1980s. It discusses how tragic events, such as the death of a squatter, led to a shift from peaceful protests to more militant forms of expression, like the use of Molotov cocktails. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the cultural implications of language in activism, the dynamics of affinity groups, and the tactical resourcefulness of anarchists in their collective opposition.