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Militia

usgb/məˈlɪʃə/Volume
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Citizen Soldiers

The term emphasizes civilian status; these people aren't usually in military careers.

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The town's militia gathered their personal firearms for training.
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Emergency Activation

Militias are typically called upon in times of crisis or war, not for everyday policing.

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When the flood hit, the militia helped evacuate residents.
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Local Defence

Militias often defend their own locality, as opposed to the entire nation.

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The village militia stood guard after the threat of bandits.
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