Marxism-Leninism—From the Albanian Communist viewpoint, the ideology of Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin as reflected in the experience of the Soviet Union until the death of Joseph Stalin.
mass organization—Generally of a social or professional nature with broad membership designed to link the Party with the masses and to gain support for Party objectives.
National Liberation Front—Created in 1942; Communist-led; fought Italian and German occupying forces and immobilized other Albanian factions to seize power in 1944.
Ottoman—Relating to the Turks or to Turkey. Derived from name of fourteenth-century founder of the Ottoman Empire.
party cadre—A thoroughly indoctrinated and reliable Party group. Utilized wherever deemed necessary to maintain efficiency and performance. Frequently specially trained in management.
pasha—A person of high rank; formerly used as a title of respect; title given to appointed provincial heads during the Ottoman period.
People's Army—The armed forces of Albania. Composed of ground, air, and navy elements.
People's Council—The highest government organ at district and lower echelons. Members are elected for three-year terms.
Politburo—The highest and most powerful executive body of the Albanian Workers' Party. In early 1970 it consisted of eleven full members and five candidate members.
Presidium of the People's Assembly—Administers and conducts governmental functions between Assembly meetings. Issues decrees and judges constitutionality of laws. In early 1970, composed of a president, two vice presidents, and ten members.