A marine snipers twoyear odyssey in the vietnam war by. We are looking at a number of available options, to include the mk. With more than sixty confirmed kills, coughlin is the marine corps top ranked sniper. Carlos hathcock, the subject of the biography, was born in 1942 and died in 1999. A collection of information and resources designed to educate individuals about the opportunities available to them as a member of the united states marine corps. Bestseller hunter keeps bob lee swagger, his homespun, hardcharging hero, doing what swagger does best in his sixth novel to feature the former marine sniper. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. Military history and the new york times bestselling american gun. The explosive new york times bestseller by stephen hunter that sends exmarine sniper bob lee swagger into the thick of an fbi investigation and features some of the greatest gunfights ever to grace the page. My printer does this automatically but you may have to run your paper through your printer twice to accomplish the same. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Shooter is his harrowing firstperson account of a sniper s life on and off the modern battlefield.
The 2019 commandants professional reading list cprl represents an updated version of those books most pertinent for professional development and critical thinking at each level. Charles henderson is a veteran of more than twentythree years in the united states marine corps, with a distinguished career spanning from vietnam to the gulf war, after which he retired as a chief warrant officer. Dedication i dedicate this book to my wife, taya, and my kids for sticking it out with me. Carlos hathcock 19421999 is the subject of the biography. When a sniper shoots dead joan flanders think jane fonda and three other victims associated with the 1960s peace movement, the fbi decides the killer is the most famous sniper in america, carl hitchcock, whos gone nuts and decided to up his total number of kills. Not all publications in use by the marine corps have been digitized, but this is the official source for those that have. This page is in no way intended to glorify the amount of people these soldiers have killed, it is intended to recognize the manner in which these soldiers excelled at accomplishing the misson assigned to them in a time of war. But nowhere in the book were those feelings properly addressed or transferred to the reader. First time in trade paperback, from the bestselling author of marine sniper and goodnight, saigon. One week, its 160 the official number as of this writing, for what thats worth, then its way higher, then its somewhere in between. The corps set about training and fielding a new breed of combat.
A percentage of our proceeds are used to support deployed snipers. This is the harrowing firstperson account of his life on and off the modern battlefield. The sniper data books are printed on tan rite in rain all weather paper, in a compact paper size of 4 58 x 7. Sniper confirmed kills probable kills weapon nationality military unit conflict notes 2nd lieutenant simo hayha 505 mosinnagant finland infantry regiment 34 winter war 39 40 major ivan sidorenko 500 mosinnagant soviet union red army world war ii 41 45 top soviet sniper sergeant fyodor okhlopkov 429 soviet union red army world war ii 41 45 sergeant fyodor dyachenko 429. I dont know, maybe the problem was with the reader of the book ive listened to this book in audible version that failed, but the intensity of the events described in marine sniper somehow went straight past me. Each marine shall read a minimum of five books from the commandants choice or. Serving military, law enforcement, first responders, and the public. A legend in the marines ranks, hathcock stalked the viet cong behind enemy lineson their own ground. Precisionsniper log book notes these sheets are designed to be printed double sided, using the flip up orientation i. A marine sniper s twoyear odyssey in the vietnam war by. Storm tactical, precision rifle data books, usmc sniper, army. Military history is an autobiography by united states navy seal chris kyle, written with scott mcewen and jim defelice.
Jack coughlin carried his specially designed bolt action rifleand its nearly magical scopeinto a landscape of sandstorms, firefights, and. In this series of thrillers, written by the authors of the new york times bestselling shooter. Marine sniper, 93 confirmed kills marine sniper, 93 confirmed kills by charles henderson, is a biography about the infamous carlos hathcock. Marine sniper book king county library system bibliocommons. Includes articles, books and online resources on leadership principles, nco history, character traits, whos who in the usmc, usmc reading list for enlisted marines, and more. Former marine corps officer, former usmc scout sniper, foreign special forces officer, law enforcement officers, and competitive tactical riflemen. Our community is comprised of those who have carried the long gun, those who have enabled our successes on the battlefield, and. American sniper is the inside story of what its like to be in war. Although these 10 famous snipers of all time killed thousands of people, we cannot conclude that these men and women took pleasure in killing people.
Mastering the art of marksmanship is critical but is only. To eliminate the japanese jungle fighter, the corps had to formulate innovative tactics even more efficient than those successfully implemented by the scouts, observers and snipers of world war i. He stalked the viet cong behind enemy lineson their own ground. In marine sniper, the truelife missions of united states marine corps sniper carlos hathcock were revealed in compelling detail. Report problems with the links to hqmc arde, at 703 6141712 or send. This book is not easy to put down for those who love action and suspense books. Storm tactical, precision rifle data books, usmc sniper. The book details carlos hathcocks multiple tours of vietnam and his eventual life in retirement after his injuries in the field. With 255 kills, 160 of them officially confirmed by the pentagon, kyle is the deadliest marksman in u. It covers how the author made it to sniper school, moved up the ranks, and became the leader of a sniper team. Shooter is his harrowing firstperson account of a snipers life on and off the modern battlefield.
Marine sniper, 93 confirmed kills by charles henderson. This book is by far the best book i have read and is inspired by a true story. Jack coughlin is the marine corps topranked sniper, the man who personally brings americas military muscle to the enemys front door. List of snipers by confirmed kills the worlds military. The navy credits me with more kills as a sniper than any other american service member, past or present. From my knowledge and what my recruiters have said, this man is a very heroic and brave man. Precisionsniper log book notes chebucto community net. Modular sniper data book range estimation offset refill sheets. And each time, he emerged from the jungle having done his duty.
Shooter is an interesting look at a dayinthelife or a warinthelife of a modern day sniper in the marines. But there has only been one sergeant carlos hathcock. This book is his firstperson account of his life on and off the battlefield. A brave warrior and patriot, chris kyle writes frankly about the missions, personal challenges, and hard choices that are part of daily life of an elite seal sniper.
This book isnt the first sniper based book ive bought and read but is certainly the one which i love the most. American sniper is currently in works to be a major motion picture directed by steven spielberg and starring bradley cooper. The mission of the united states marine corps scout sniper association usmc ssa is to support the scout sniper community through programs that inspire brotherhood, encourage professionalism, and foster resiliency. The book uses a 6 ring polydura mini binder, which allows the operator to organize the book per mission needs. Scout snipers must earn the rank of lance corporal, be selected by their battalion to join the scoutsniper platoon, and complete an. Thank you for considering storm tactical precision rifle data books for your team, unit, or personal training. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books. The autobiography of the topranked marine sniper, swanson faces intrigue, betrayals and the ever present dangers of war.
The 6 ring binder is equipped with blackedout rings and all metal hardware. Tells the exciting true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legendary marine sniper in the vietnam war. All the evidencetimeline, ballistics, forensics, motive, means, and opportunity. Marine corps infantrymen and reconnaissance marines that have graduated from a u.
Now, this incredible story of a remarkable marine continues with harrowing, neverbeforepublished stories of a man who rose to greatness not for personal gain or glory, but for duty and honor. Jack coughlin is the marine corps topranked sniper, the man who personally brings. Join our mailing list to receive the latest updates from u. Military history chris kyle with scott mcewen and jim defelice. Research guide for marine corps noncommissioned officers ncos. It takes a seasoned killer four famed 60s radicals are gunned down at long range by a sniper. With more than sixty confirmed kills, jack coughlin is the marine corps topranked sniper. Featured texts all books all texts latest this just in smithsonian libraries fedlink us genealogy lincoln collection. Modular sniper data book moving target lead summary refill sheets, nsn 1220015471814. On march 9, 2007, the rifle and pistol complex at marine corps air station miramar was officially renamed the carlos hathcock range complex. Us tactical supply the premiere provider of quality tactical accessories. Hathcock was a professional shooter turned marine sniper in the vietnam war. He is the author of the critically acclaimed military classics marine sniper and silent warrior, which first chronicled the exploits of usmc sniper carlos hathcock.
Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Marine corps looks to field new sniper rifle the washington. Jul 24, 2015 marine corps looks to field new sniper rifle. Will include dust jacket if it originally came with one. A legend in the marines ranks, hathcock stalked the viet cong behind enemy. Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet.
Firsthand information for both aspiring and expert snipers. Chief kyle is author of the new york times number one bestselling book american sniper. This is a fabulous companion book that gives the backstory of the famous sniper sniper instructor, who stood proudly among the best of fine tigers, these war heroes called snipers. Serving as a reconnaissance marine brought me the opportunity to attend a number of military schools, and the title of marine sniper is the one of which i.
Hathcock is the subject of a number of books including. By jon couch data books are pieces of gear that are often misunderstood, used by few shooters, and as a result that lack of usage, many above average shooters fail to become excellent shooters. The explosive true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legendary marine sniper in the vietnam war. This finish sniper is a record holder in terms of confirmed kill number. This study guide consists of approximately 37 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of marine sniper. American sniper the autobiography of the most lethal sniper in u. The corps set about training and fielding a new breed of combat specialist. United states marine corps scout sniper mos 0317, formerly 8541 is a secondary mos military occupational specialty designator of u.
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