> can't actually be used to take on anyone with any real firepower This isn't entirely true. Civilian firearm ownership can make occupations more dangerous for

> can't actually be used to take on anyone with any real firepower This isn't entirely true. Civilian firearm ownership can make occupations more dangerous for invading forces. Obviously, if an enemy wants to level your city with bombs and artillery, rifles won't help you, but often this isn't their intention.