Gun Culture and the Material World of Guns

This chapter explores the roots of gun culture in America during the Cold War, focusing on the material world of guns, including gun capitalism, supply and demand, and the influence of companies like Interarms. It discusses the shift towards consumerism in gun culture and politics, as well as the response of the gun industry to efforts to stop arms importation. The chapter also touches on the emergence of gun control groups and the NRA's shift towards ideological positions.