Americans no longer need to be confused about the Second Amendment and how it affects them in modern times. Firearms attorney Lenden Eakin's Showdown is the solution. In easy-to-understand language, Eakin takes an exacting look at the facts and law on both sides of the volatile gun controversy. After practicing the law and studying the cases, he offers a clear explanation of the Second Amendment. The "common defense" portion of the Second Amendment The events that gave rise to and the passage of modern gun control laws The history of the US militia Pictorial history of commonly used military and militia weapons Recommendations on firearms, accessories and training for civilians and much more