Aside from nerves of steel, pinpoint precise targeting skills, and uncanny adaptability, what does it take to be a military sniper? This book lays out the details of training and traits of character that make for success in one of the most challenging and mysterious jobs the military has to offer.
Author Gregory Mast, who has commanded both a rifle and a heavy machine-gun platoon, offers a clear account of what its like to be a sniper, required to stay in one position for days at a time, calling upon extensive training in camouflage and concealment, stalking and observation, precision marksmanship in a variety of operational conditions, and all those skills that, along with aptitude, turn a trainee into the deadliest of marksman.
The book includes fully illustrated descriptions of sniper training as forward air controllers (FACs) to direct military air strikes, forward observation officers (FOOs) in artillery target indication, and as mortar fire controllers (MFCs).
Excellent, but not an instruction manual This book describes with great detail virtually everything that a student at the Army Sniper School goes through. Yes, the book focuses on the Army Sniper School specifically, and no, it's not an instruction manual or any sort of guide on how to do well at the sniper school. It's more of a documentary like the "Sniper School" program you've probably seen on the Military Channel. If you understand and accept this, it's a great book. Like the other reviews said it has a lot of pictures, and they are quite informative and interesting. I noticed two or three that were miscaptioned, but not a big deal. A welcome addition to my library.
Excellent Book! This is an excellent book on sniper training. It takes you week by week through the military's sniper training academy and dispels many Hollywood myths.
To be a Military Sniper This book is very informative and well illustrated. A must for anyone who enjoys the finer arts of weaponry !!
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