The Cretan Resistance refers to the efforts of the people of Crete to oppose foreign occupation during World War II, particularly against Nazi Germany. After the German invasion in 1941, local fighters, including partisans and civilians, organized to sabotage enemy operations and protect their communities. This resistance was marked by significant events, such as the Battle of Crete, where Allied forces and Cretan fighters faced German troops. The resistance movement played a crucial role in disrupting German supply lines and inspired other occupied regions to fight back against oppression.