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organized resistance movement

warfare
Also known as: resistance movement

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The term "resistance" can refer to an inclination to oppose or a secret organization fighting against enemy forces in a conquered country. In warfare, organized resistance often involves guerrilla tactics, which complement larger military strategies. These tactics can include ambushes, raids, and disrupting enemy supply lines, often utilizing the local terrain to the advantage of the irregular forces. Historically, guerrilla warfare has been employed by various groups seeking to achieve political goals or resist occupation, from peasant uprisings to independence movements. The effectiveness of resistance movements can depend on a combination of force and guile, aiming to put the enemy in difficult strategic positions.1234

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