Rén Self-Defense League

The Rén Self-Defense League (RSDL) (Mn: 人民自卫协会, rénmín zìwèi xiéhuì) is a Laeralian Rén-nationalist ethnic organization with paramilitary elements, in existence since 1899. Variously described as a "militia," "fraternity," or "secret society," the Rén Self-Defense League is a social and political organization which holds Rén-nationalist and Minjian nationalist views. Its members frequently describe the group as a social and cultural organization in the modern day, although it is broadly accepted that the group operated as a paramilitary organization in much of the 20th century.

History

The RSDL was founded by soldiers in the Laeralian military in 1899 as a Rén men's organization to promote cultural practice and self-discipline.