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“Anyone who appears to be triggered out of watchfulness and into action by your appearance must be explained. Anyone observing you carefully must be explained. Anyone whose behavior seems to be geared to yours must be explained. If the explanation does not satisfy you, be ready to take appropriate defensive action.”

Quote by Jeff Cooper

Book:Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition

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Principles of Personal Defense: Revised Edition

This book serves as a thorough resource for individuals seeking to understand and implement effective personal defense methods. It covers a range of topics from basic self-defense tactics to advanced techniques, incorporating insights from current law enforcement and martial arts experts. The revised edition includes updated content reflecting recent changes in self-defense strategies and legal considerations. more

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Jeff Cooper, an American author, was born on May 10, 1920, and passed away on September 25, 2006. He is renowned for his unique insights into firearms and gun combat tactics, which have had a profound impact on the development of modern gun combat techniques. more

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