Gun Control Historical Facts

This documentary examines the historical evolution of gun control in the United States, tracing its roots from early colonial restrictions and post-Civil War laws targeting freed slaves to modern federal legislation like the Gun Control Act of 1968 and the Brady Bill. It explores key events such as assassinations, mass shootings, and the shifting role of the National Rifle Association from a sports organization to a powerful lobbying force opposing reforms, while discussing Supreme Court interpretations of the Second Amendment and ongoing debates over public safety, civil rights, and individual liberties.