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This book is the one that perhaps began the increased interest in sniping by the general public way back in the 1980s, it did for me. This book is by far the best book i have read and is inspired by a true story. The scout sniper basic course moved from its previous location at 3rd marine regiment to mcb hawaii, kaneohe bays regimental schools, in order to more efficiently train devil dogs of the 3rd marine division. Hathcock said in a book written about his career as a sniper. He served with the 9th infantry division of the united states army. With no backup and little communication with the outside world, these men disappear for weeks on end in the wilderness with nothing but intellect and iron will to protect them as they watch, wait, and finally strike.

Tells the exciting true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legendary marine sniper in the vietnam war. This was the beginning for me of literally more than a hundred true account books on viet nam, all of them stemming from the inspiration from this book. The m40 rifle is a boltaction sniper rifle used by the united states marine corps. I would like to recommend this book to readers that are interested in what went on during the vietnam war. The writer, henderson, took the truth and streched and embelished it quite a bit. But there has only been one sergeant carlos hathcock.

The autobiography of the topranked marine sniper, swanson faces intrigue, betrayals and the ever present dangers of war books in the series. This book breaks down the fundamentals of marksmanship with easytounderstand methodology. Woodruff man featured in book on marine snipers news. He stalked the viet cong behind enemy lineson their own. The marines book marine corps heritage foundation hardcover padded 1998 1 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings the marines book marine. He stalked the viet cong behind enemy lineson their own ground. 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 had a 37week run on the new york times bestseller list and brought kyle national attention. Carlos norman hathcock ii may 20, 1942 february 22, 1999 was a united states marine corps usmc sniper with a service record of 93 confirmed kills. Whatever your country and allegiances this is a fascinating book. He is also the author of marshalling the faithful, goodnight saigon, jungle rules, and the fictional jack valentine marine sniper series. For those that do not know or have not heard of carlos hathcock, this would probably not be a book. Marine corps, the most dangerous job in combat is that of the sniper. 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.

In this series of thrillers, written by the authors of the new york times bestselling shooter. Hathcocks record and the extraordinary details of the missions he undertook made him a legend in the u. The story of sergeant carlos hathcock who scored 93 hits behind the vietconglines. Henderson wrote the original book about hathcock, marine sniper, 93 confirmed kills also. If you love the united states of america and freedom you need to read this book. 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. Marines got all the press and the glory, but an army guy was the top sniper shot of the vietnam war. This book contains details of his training under lt land with the one shot, one kill idea for snipers. G download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read marine sniper.

Former marine corps officer, former usmc scout sniper, foreign special forces officer, law enforcement officers, and competitive tactical riflemen. Log in you must be logged into bookshare to access this title. United states marine corps scout sniper mos 0317, formerly 8541 is a secondary mos military occupational specialty designator of u. Mar 15, 2003 the war in the jungles of vietnam was dangerous enough. A percentage of our proceeds are used to support deployed snipers. The sniper rifle used by the marine corps is a marine corps designed and produced bolt action, 7. 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. This book was written after the death of carlos hathcock, in 1999. A former marine sniper explains the fundamentals of long range, precision rifle shooting.

This was a serious problem for hathcock and others and caused a stir at the time. This book is not easy to put down for those who love action and suspense books. When the book marine sniper first came out it was supported by hathcock and was based on dozens of hours of interviews with the man himself. With more than sixty confirmed kills, jack coughlin is the marine corps topranked sniper. Gunnery sargent jack coughlin performed the worlds farthest sniper shot. Marine corps infantrymen and reconnaissance marines that have graduated from a u. Jun, 2016 those hard lessons learned from the marine corps scout sniper school have been ones that have profoundly changed who i am and stayed with me for life. Serving military, law enforcement, first responders, and the public. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Author frank galli draws on his background as a marine sniper to offer a logical order of instruction from shooter to target. He is very forthright and doesnt hold back on anything. Henderson marine sniper 93 confirmed kills audiobook duration. In twenty years of active service, he has accumulated one of the most impressive records in the corps, ranging through many of the worlds hot spots. The fundamentals will take readers from author frank gallis beginnings as a marine scout sniper to his presentday job as a marksmanship instructor as he guides new shooters on their journey toward longrange shooting excellence.

Section 5 sniper skills 501 range card, log book, field sketching 51. The explosive true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legendary marine sniper in the vietnam war. With no backup and little communication with the outside world, these men disappear for weeks on end in the wilderness with nothing but intellect and iron will to protect them. He is the author of the critically acclaimed military classics marine sniper and silent warrior, which first chronicled the exploits of usmc sniper. The marine corps is facing a critical gap of scout snipers due to the high washout rates at sniper school, so the corps is looking at changes to how the elite sharpshooters are trained, say. Author was very precise in his account of what happened, i really enjoyed the book. In the book and ensuing interviews, kyle stated he had no regrets about his work as a sharpshooter, saying, i had to do it to protect the marines. The author has written a great book based on his experiences as a marine sniper and tells it like it is. And each time, he emerged from the jungle having done his duty. Carlos made a sacrifice for his country and his fellow marines.

Tom casey and his 5th marine regimental sniper platoon, and living. A marine sniper thriller daniel briggs book 1 kindle edition by cooper, c. Waldron had served in the united states navy for 12 years before going to civilian life. Marine corps defines a scout sniper as a marine, highly skilled in field craft and marksmanship, that delivers longrange precision fire on. Storm tactical, precision rifle data books, usmc sniper, army. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. This book tells of the life that carlos hathcock as a united states marine corps member and the training he completed to become a marine sniper during the vietnam war. Charles benjamin chuck mawhinney born 1949 is a former united states marine who holds the corps record for the most confirmed sniper kills, having recorded 103 confirmed kills and 216 probable kills in 16 months during the vietnam war. Never to take more than one shot from one location, listen, look, be aware of. Tells the exciting true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legendary. Carlos hathcock, the subject of the biography, was born in 1942 and died in 1999.

Discover other books like this, author exclusives, and more. Culbertson, a former 5th marine sniper himself, presents the riveting true stories of young americans who fought with bolt rifles and bounties on their heads during the fiercest combat of the war, from 1967 through the desperate tet battle for hue in early 68. These 3 snipers had more kills than carlos hathcock in. This is the story of sergeant carlos hathcock, marine sniper, legend of military lore. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading adrift. If you like war books, true stories, etc this is worth a read.

Tells the exciting true story of sergeant carlos hathcock, a legenda. Marine sniper is a book that describes in detail every situation so clearly that you feel like you are there with them as they crwal through the forest trying to stay undetected. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. The changeover to the a1 model was completed in the 1970s, the a3 in the 2000s, and the a5 in 2009. Book marine sniper book marine sniper ausverkaufte artikel.

Marines are already calling their first new sniper rifle. Us tactical supply the premiere provider of quality tactical accessories. Carlos norman hathcock ii may 20, 1942 february 22, 1999 was a united states marine corps usmc sniper. May 11, 2018 the marine corps confirmed in early april that its snipers would get the mk mod 7 sniper rifle to replace the m40 rifle, versions of which the corps snipers have been carrying since the early. Americas top sniper of the vietnam war wasnt a marine. Jack coughlin is the marine corps topranked sniper, the man who personally brings americas military muscle to the enemys front door. In addition to writing his own books and for various publications, he runs his familys cattle enterprise in peyton, colorado. Carlos hathcock 19421999 is the subject of the biography.

The book is about the legendary sniper carlos hathcock and covers his exploits during the vietnam war. Shooter is his harrowing firstperson account of a sniper s life on and off the modern battlefield. Shooter was number one on the list of new york times bestseller in 2005. Shooter is an autobiography of the top ranked marine sniper in the iraq war in 1993. We also have an affiliation with so we can link straight to the specific book on the amazon site.

Marine sniper by charles henderson penguin random house. 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. His first book was critically acclaimed military classic marine sniper, which first chronicled the exploits of u. A gentle breeze rustled the white feather in the marine sniper s floppy hat as he watched the land below through.