Out of Nowhere: A history of the military sniper, from the Sharpshooter to Afghanistan Martin Pegler

Out of Nowhere: A history of the military sniper, from the Sharpshooter to Afghanistan

Author: Martin Pegler     

Publisher: Osprey Publishing  

Edition: First 2006

ISBN: 978-1-84603-140-0

Condition: Good. Clean copy with no markings and tight binding 

Language: English 

Binding: Softcover  

Pages: 352. Print with images  

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From the American War of Independence to World War II, the history of the military combat marksman is one of indifference and cost cutting. Despite the proven effectiveness of the rifleman in battle, for most of the 20th century snipers were regarded as little more than paid assassins. It was not until the Vietnam War that the undeniable effectiveness of the sniper was fully appreciated by the military, and with the advent of the 21st century, the sniper has become one of the most vital battlefield specialists. Illustrated throughout with colour and black and white photographs, this chronological study of snipers details their evolution, training, weaponry and tactics. It also includes material from the authors first hand interviews with the veteran snipers whose skills and extraordinary courage have made them the most greatly feared specialists in warfare.  Please note that we refer the right to close our auctions at any time.

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