A man visits a military base in Las Vegas that is open to the public, where he explores various military vehicles and equipment, including tanks, helicopters, and missiles. He notes the controversy surrounding the availability of weapons in the US. He decides to rent and shoot various firearms, including a submachine gun and a mini gun, but notes that he cannot participate himself as he is under 21 years old. A companion shoots the guns under his supervision. The man reflects on the experience, finding it both exciting and sobering, and expresses his opposition to the proliferation of weapons in the world.
1. The speaker is at a military base in Las Vegas.
2. The base has tanks, helicopters, and anti-bomb cars on display.
3. The speaker is going to rent and test various weapons.
4. The base allows visitors to rent tanks to crush cars and shoot.
5. The speaker sees a tank with a crane and a British tank.
6. The base has a shooting range where visitors can rent submachine guns, pistols, and other firearms.
7. The minimum age to shoot at the range is 21 years old.
8. The speaker's colleague is shooting at the range.
9. The speaker is not allowed to shoot because they are under 21 years old.
10. The range has a variety of firearms, including an M16 and an AK-47.
11. The speaker is impressed by the power of the firearms.
12. The experience is compared to a video game, but with real bullets.
13. The speaker is given the bullet from the barrel after shooting.
14. The speaker reflects on the experience, stating that wars bring only pain and suffering.
15. The speaker wishes there were no weapons in the world.
16. The experience is considered cool, but the speaker emphasizes that it doesn't hurt anyone.