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Hey just so you know, it’s total bullshit that the german populace didnt know about the holocaust. Some of the civillians may not have known about the specific mechanics, but many were even aware of the gas chambers masquerading as showers, jews included.
People tried to hide behind ignorance after the fact, as I have no doubt they will try to do once this latest atrocity is done. I very much agree that simply being aware does not put us into any position different than the german population in WWII, we must strive to do better than their example.
I think how many German people knew how much of the truth back then isnt too important. Some people knew some things.
Im more concerned about the strive to do better you mentioned. What does that look like? Do we all need to start neighborhood militias?
How much you are willing to risk is a personal choice.
Get to know your neighbors, get back in touch with friends and family that you know are sympathetic. Give your time and effort to groups in your area that are resisting, whether legally, physically, or however that looks to you.
Starting the French underground is a big lift, but the French underground did not spring fully formed out of nothing. You have to find ways you can help.
I think no one can answer this definitively, but I’m willing to say no to militias, for various reasons (longer conversation).
What we have here is to some extent a privilege of urban density, but it’s more of a “watch” than a militia. In short, civil disobedience. People volunteer as eyes/ears and meat shields for their neighbors. I haven’t yet been detained but have accepted the possibility.
The reason it works better is another long conversation but, in short, it ensures every attack of the enemy costs them something, and sometimes quite a lot. The resulting war of attrition is winnable because each act of unwarranted aggression erodes legitimacy, boosts recruitment, and increases public resolve.