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Original 1942 edition of Canadian Resistance Manual |
MARCH 25, 2025 – The Canadian government is set to release an updated version of its classic WWII Resistance Manual, originally created to train citizens in guerrilla tactics against occupation forces. The manual was last revised in the 1950s for Cold War threats but has remained untouched since.
The new edition reflects modern warfare, incorporating cyber-resistance, electronic sabotage, and decentralized communication strategies. Officials cite rising geopolitical tensions as the reason for its revival.
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Revised 1953 Cold War edition of the famous Canadian Resistance Manual |
“This isn’t just history—it’s preparedness,” said a government source, who suggested that once completed in a matter of weeks, the books would be shipped free of charge to all Canadian postal addresses, and available for online download. Analysts see the move as a direct response to U.S. aggression in the ongoing trade war, and a signal to the world that the federal government of Canada fully expects a ground invasion and possible occupation by the United States.