You Won't Know How Deadly These Snipers Are Until It's Too Late
Snipers have long been force multipliers for the progressive commander who knows the value of a skilled shooter.
CHRIS KYLE
Chris Kyle might be one of the most famous and controversial figures to arise from the Global War on Terror. Regardless of the controversy, no one argues that the man was an extremely successful sniper. He served as a Navy SEAL in Iraq and took part in the initial invasion in 2003.
There he worked his craft with a variety of rifles, often preferring the heavier and more powerful 338 Lapuas and 300 Win Mag rifles that were becoming popular with the teams at the time.
According to the Navy, he has over 150 confirmed kills, although they’ve never released the official figure.
Chris Kyle became a legend in Iraq and worked to protect hundreds of Marines during battles in dense urban environments. He often credits his success with luck and being in the right place at the right time. However, as valuable as luck is, skill and training are why he was successful. He survived two gunshot wounds and six IED explosions and seemed practically invincible in country. Sadly after his service, his life was cut short when a troubled Marine veteran murdered him.
SNIPERS THROUGHOUT HISTORY
Snipers have long been force multipliers for the progressive commander who knows the value of a skilled shooter. Throughout history, they’ve proven themselves to be extremely effective at not only killing the enemy, but demoralizing them. While kills are one way to measure a sniper’s success, there is value in the techniques, skills, and tactics they bring to their craft. These men and women are testaments to what snipers are capable of in both of those important regards.
About the Author
Travis Pike is a former Marine Machine gunner who served with 2nd Bn 2nd Marines for 5 years. He deployed in 2009 to Afghanistan and again in 2011 with the 22nd MEU(SOC) during a record-setting 11 months at sea. He’s trained with the Romanian Army, the Spanish Marines, the Emirate Marines, and the Afghan National Army. He serves as an NRA certified pistol instructor and teaches concealed carry classes.
This article was first published by Sandboxx News.
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