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that over 20 US States have official militaries not subject to the jurisdiction or command of the Federal Government. They are known as a State Defense Force.

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Fun Fact: that over 20 US States have official militaries not subject to the jurisdiction or command of the Federal Government. They are known as a State Defense Force.

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