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192906 https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.192906 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0 2024-05 30 pages Druken, Alexis Young, Alex Voorhees, Matthew Barrett, The Honors College Department of Management and Entrepreneurship Text This thesis presents a comparative analysis of gun control policies in Australia and the United States following significant events in the late 20th century, specifically the 1996 Port Arthur Massacre in Australia and the 1989 Stockton Schoolyard shooting in the U.S.. This study employs a review of literature, legal documents, and statistical data to explore the historical, political, and cultural factors influencing each nation's approach to gun control. This thesis details the effectiveness of Australia's measures in reducing mass shootings, highlighting the National Firearms Agreement. Comparatively, this thesis also covers the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban in the U.S. and its limited effectiveness. The divergent outcomes of these policies underscore the role of cultural and historical identity, constitutional provisions, and political lobbying in molding gun control legislation in each nation. Gun Culture Australia United States comparison Modern Perspectives on Gun Control: A Comparative Study of Australia and the U.S. Post-1980’s