> without the state monopoly you cant even fund enough violence to conquer things. you're assuming a centralized, government-run military apparatus. in ancapistan, defense would be decentralized and competitive. local communities could pool resources, create alliances, and invest in efficient defensive technologies, just as individuals today pay for private security services. the cost of warfare under a monopoly of violence (the state) is far higher due to inefficiency, corruption, and lack of competition. when the people become free to defend their property and rights, the price of protection would be driven down, and innovative solutions would emerge. thus, stateless societies dont need to match the scale of state violence but can instead focus on scalable, effective methods that serve peoples needs far more efficiently.
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