Marine Sniper: 93 Confirmed Kills

As an ex-Marine and long-range shooter, I thoroughly enjoyed this!

Although a contemporary, I never met Carlos Hathcock. I can tell you he was legendary even in his own time. Marine PMIs quoted his exploits. I found Henderson's account of life on the ranges absolutely spot on. I was surprised to find how strongly Carlos Hathcock's personality emerged from the pages of this book. I felt like I knew him by the end, and I wish now that I had known him. This book is not for everyone, but if the title interests you then the writing certainly will captivate you.

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any marine must read

being a marine myself i have always heard of the legend of carlos hathcock. i was completely engulfed in his adventures. Hathcock is another reason i am proud to be a marine.

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Me

Hi i am a marine sniper. I recently just found out that I have 77 confirmed kills. Durning my time at Sniper school Chuck Mawhiny wwas there. He is a great man and i respect him a lot. he tought me a lot of the basics. lol jk

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One of the Marine's truly good men

This is an oustanding book from a practitioner's point of view It gives a little of a lot but every piece is more than just interesting. SSG Hathcock talks about his rifle competition and mentions a few of the things a rifleman must consider before pulling the trigger to make certain he places the bullet exactly where he wants it to go. The switch from firing line to tactical is to take the principles and procedures of good marksmanship to the tactical environment and make use of it there. It involves positioning, sight picture, zero, heat mirages between you and your target, wind direction and speed and changes in wind. You have to be familiar with weapon and ammunition and the trajectory of the ammunition you use. You need to know when the bullet drops 49 inches below the zero spot and at what range. He talks about all these things, but almost casually, because he knew them so well. The remainder of the book is about patrol activities either as a single or paired with a spotter/observer. He does not talk about it but a good spotter just behind you and looking over your right shoulder can pick up the heat vortex of the bullet halfway to the target and say. "one foot high at 12:00 O'clock. If the situation required it, you could have a second round on the way almost as the first one got there. Anyway, it is an exciting book and real hard to describe and convey in words. You almost have to get out and walk a wilderness trek cross country looking for open areas of observation or fields of fire. The book gives a lot of information about getting into and out of a firing oposition and being somewhat protected. I found one technical error that was very small: One segment talks about one of the Marines standing at the front of his bunker when they heard the crack of a rifle across the valley and this was followed by a bullet striking the ground near him. They got it backward. When the round is fired at you, you hear the crack of the bullet first, and if you immendiately start counting. you will hear a dull thump like someone slamming a car door with the windows up. That will be the rifle. The number of seconds give you the approximate distance to the shooter and if you heard it right, the sound will give you the approximate direction as well. Just things to consider. This is a great book. You will see two actions written about in this book that I think should have been Medal of Honor material. One is Burke in repelling an attack and the other is SSG Hathcock when he risked his life to save others when their Amtrak was blown up. There is nothing about the Medal of Honor that says you must die in or to be awarded it. I think many very well deserving people have been short-changed in the recognition of their bravery and it is high time to correct it. It is probably always some staff REMF that downgrades it but some highly motivated Commander could stop this in it's tracks. Our men deserve just recognition for demonstrated bravery. Let's not let them down.

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Story of a military hero

Marine Sniper is an excellent true story from the view point of a Vietnam military hero. His story of dedication and loyalty are excellent examples which the reader can use in his/her day-to-day life. The story is written which takes the reader to the action. I now have a greater appreciation for military snipers. I personally want to thank Carlos Hathcock for his service to our Country, dedication to the Marines, and personal sacrifices.

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Ej

U r super wierd

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Hatchock - Great American

I must admit that I had seen an interview with Hathcock and could hear his voice as I read the book. I think that added a lot to it for me. You're reading about the most revered sniper in USA history. I think you'll be impressed with his story. I couldn't put this book down. You'll enjoy it.

Very Good Reading

Very interesting....sometimes a little long winded on locations and could have used some maps of the various ares to give the reader a better perspective, but overall a very interesting book.

Lost a nights sleep over this one and glad I did

The 99 percent of the US population that does not have to serve in the military should read this book. Sacrifice, courage, honor; I simply could not put this book down. A great read. A true American hero - like so many that served before him, and like so many that will serve after.

Good book

This is a great book! Great detail about the vietnam war and its tolls on soldiers

Excellent read

A true American hero, bravery nnot to be questioned, and worlds formost, never to be matched sniper

Amazing.

Just purely amazing...

Awesome

Great book....period

Story is good. Story teller, not so much.

The story about the sniper is a good one. I think the author uses unnecessary embellishment.

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Highly Recommend

Excellent perspective of an actual sniper and what they have to endure physically and mentally. Better understanding of the training required and the needed discipline. Obviously a sniper is a rare individual and much needed. A huge thanks to all who serve.

Kick ass

This guy had a $40,000 bointy on his head in vietnam and it was never collected

Sucks

This book is lame dont get it

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Tenacious

Shows how good one can be when driven to succed on a single focus. Thank goodness he was on our side.

Great look into the life of a Marine legend

Marine Sniper is an excellent book that I really enjoyed reading. I had seen the Sniper movies and heard about Carlos Hathcock, but this book really seems to give you a glimpse of his interesting life. You won't regret purchasing this.

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