Yup. They literally encouraged people to own and operate private warships that could be used for coastal bombardment. The modern equivalent would be a guided missile cruiser.

They would probably have LOVED everyone having AR-15s if it were an option 😂

We want the cops and military all powerful.” 😆 “Have you not been to any of the previous meetings?!”

So an armed citizenry prevents unjustified government violence? I think you’ve skipped a meeting or two.