What if we had a government of arrogant elitists who thought they knew best for us? What if they lived like kings, while the people suffered economic hardships? What if they forced their agenda on the people despite public outcry and opinion against the agenda? What if they forgot they are supposed to serve the people, not rule the people (Jefferson would roll in his grave)? What if they decided not to leave office when voted out? What if they declared martial law? Would you be prepared? I know that self reliant people would have an advantage-- especially those familiar with low profile living.

What could you face under martial law?

• Suspensions of rights and civil laws
• Internment or imprisonment
• Restrictions on movement and curfews
• Shortages and rationing
• Seizures of property
• Nationalization of everything

Think none of this could happen to you? Think again:

• Rome, one of the greatest empires the world has known-- fallen
• Russia had a revolution to overthrow the ruling classes, and then was ruled by the Party elite (who lived like the princes they overthrew) for 70+ years
• Germany suffered a destroyed economy and hyperinflation-- they got the Nazi's and a madman dictator
• Great Britain saw the sun set on the empire

I should probably add the Byzantine and Ottoman empires-- both fallen.

So martial law is imposed-- do you have what you need under that contingency?

• Stored supplies and tools (Hopefully hidden and secret)
• Means of alternate communications (Some might be controlled or unavailable)
• Hiding places for stores or people (Want to keep it or stay free?)
• A form of currency (Not necessarily cash)
• Knowledge, skills, and education (Particularly low profile living techniques)

That last one is a big one (It is a key reason for my Low Profile Living site-- here at the Self Reliance Workshop, we champion know-how). Let me expand on that, DDFD is a keen observer and student of human behavior. I once asked a Jewish friend why the Jewish people put such a strong emphasis on education. His answer didn't necessarily surprise me, but it has always stuck with me. He said that the Jews have been persecuted for centuries and their property and freedoms taken. The one thing that couldn't be taken from them was their education, skills, and knowledge. Those things can be taken elsewhere, to other countries, and they could start over, building a new life. Powerful stuff!

If martial law was declared, it would be time to start a low profile living lifestyle. Get skilled up and be prepared! Remember, never, say never. 

This post appeared on LowProfileLiving.com, here is the link to the that post, Low Profile Living: What if the Government Declared Martial Law?

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DDFD values his privacy and tries to lead a low profile lifestyle. He also believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom.  He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship.  He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.