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Militias vs. The US Army: Who Would Win?

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"If you honestly think you can fight off the government with your guns, you are delusional."

That’s what internet provocateur Ed Krassenstein claimed on Twitter — and it’s an opinion that ignores centuries of insurgent warfare, logistical reality, and how actual revolutions unfold.

In this video, I break down why that view is dangerously naive.

I’ll talk about:

* What “victory” actually looks like for both a militia and a government

* Why the U.S. Army's logistics tail is both its greatest strength and its Achilles' heel

* How rebel forces like the Viet Cong, Taliban, and even Hamas survive overwhelming military pressure

* What happens when the National Guard refuses to play along

* And why legitimacy and public perception matter more than firepower in long wars

Whether you're a history buff, military analyst, or just arguing with your uncle at Thanksgiving, this video walks through the real dynamics of rebellion vs. regime.

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