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Did you know that many 20th century historians argue that the French resistance was irrelevant to the outcome of the occupation? The Tienanmen Square protesters had captured stockpiles of small arms, how'd that go? There is no debate about the Black Panthers, Weather Underground, or any other left movement willing to do violence. They were all crushed by the US Government. I'm sorry to report, but Hampton was wrong: you can kill a revolution by killing revolutionaries.
If you're interested in history, I'd point out that successful revolutions are often accompanied by military defectors. The military guys will bring the guns. (and the ability to actually fight, unlike the average GI Jabroni)
A small force occupying an urban square will not work. And was not the methods used by any group I mentioned. Yes if you sit in one spot superior numbers and technology always win.
Which is why every example I gave you didn't do that. Tactics do matter. Some revolutions succeed some do not. Either way you need guns
The Bolsheviks are a good example. They started the revolution with the workers and peasants, because that's the only way to start a revolution, but when the government turns the military on its own people they could then recruit them to the revolution.
Are you saying the black panthers did not use guns to effectively further their goals? I'd agrgue they were so effective, like those poor Chinese people, they had to be completely annihilated by the powers that be, but their influence outlived their lives and organizations. Both movements had tangible results and still inspire people to this day. FFS you're talking about them right now.