Britain Shows Again Why We Are No Longer British

Published on November 6, 2014
Duration: 2:53

This video critiques the stringent gun control laws in the UK, highlighting the burden of proof on citizens, the exclusion of self-defense as a valid reason for gun ownership, and the requirement for firearms to be kept locked away. It contrasts this with the US Second Amendment and discusses the implications of warrantless home entry campaigns by UK police. The video also touches on crime rates and historical examples of armed citizens resisting tyranny.

Quick Summary

In England, gun ownership faces stringent restrictions: the burden of proof is on the citizen, self-defense is not a valid reason for ownership, and firearms must be kept locked away. UK police are also campaigning for warrantless home entry. This contrasts sharply with the US Second Amendment, which is seen as a safeguard against tyranny.

Chapters

  1. 00:10UK Gun Ownership Restrictions
  2. 00:19Burden of Proof & Self-Defense
  3. 00:27Firearm Storage Requirements
  4. 00:33Olympic Team Practice Exemption
  5. 00:41Warrantless Entry Campaign
  6. 00:52UK vs US Legal Protections
  7. 00:56Violent Crime Rate Comparison
  8. 01:03Murder Rate Analysis
  9. 01:23Chief Constable's Stance
  10. 01:37US Second Amendment Defense
  11. 01:48Guns and Resistance to Tyranny
  12. 01:55Athens, TN 1946 Incident
  13. 02:18Armed Populace & Dictatorship
  14. 02:28Stay Updated with GOA

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main restrictions on gun ownership in England?

In England, the burden of proof lies with the citizen to justify gun ownership, self-defense is not a valid reason, and firearms must be stored securely in a locked safe, making them unavailable for immediate self-defense.

What is the current campaign by UK police regarding gun owners?

The Association of Chief Police Officials in the UK is campaigning to allow warrantless entry into the homes of law-abiding gun owners for unannounced inspections, a measure not protected by a Fourth Amendment equivalent.

How does England's violent crime rate compare to the US?

England's violent crime rate is reported to be eight times higher than that of the United States, despite stricter gun control measures in the UK.

What historical event is cited to support the role of armed citizens?

The video references the August 1946 Democrat primary in Athens, Tennessee, where armed citizens intervened to ensure ballot boxes were not tampered with, leading to an honest vote count.

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