Maritime – adj. of or relating to sailing on the sea or doing business (such as trading) by sea

Sleeper cell – n. group of sympathizers in hiding

Allegiance - n. loyalty to a person, country, group, etc.

Resource – n. something that a country has and can use to increase its wealth

Lopsided – adj. uneven or unequal

Recruits –v. to get someone to join a group, service or company

Patrols –n. a group of people, vehicles, etc., that go through an area to make sure that it is safe