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The #1 New York Times bestselling memoir of U.S. Navy Seal Chris Kyle, and the source for Clint Eastwood's blockbuster movie which was nominated for six academy awards, including best picture.
From 1999 to 2009, U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle recorded the most career sniper kills in United States military history. His fellow American warriors, whom he protected with deadly precision from rooftops and stealth positions during the Iraq War, called him...
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In 1991 Chuck Mawhinney was reluctantly dragged out of anonymity when it was revealed that he held the record among United States Marine Corps snipers with over 103 confirmed kills. This story takes a look at the mindset and philosophy of an American Sniper as he is thrown into Arizona territory (named as such because of its numerous Wild West style firefights) at the height of the Vietnam War.
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You've read and loved American Sniper by Chris Kyle, but can you call yourself an avid fan? Take the challenge yourself and share it with your friends and family!
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A look at two of the United States Military's most elite and successful snipers of all-time : Chuck Mawhinney & Adelbert Waldron In 1991 Chuck Mawhinney was reluctantly dragged out of anonymity when it was revealed that he held the record among United States Marine Corps snipers with over 103 confirmed kills. Here we take a look at the mindset and philosophy of an American Sniper as he is thrown into Arizona territory (named as such because of its...
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A look at two of the United States Military's most elite and successful snipers of all-time : Carlos Hathcock, Chuck Mawhinney, Adelbert WaldronThere are few names at the top of the list of military war heroes as well known or inspiring than Carlos Hathcock. His career, skills and tactics have had an enormous impact on military strategies across the armed services. A devoted Marine, he couldn't have known how much he would change the face of military...
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Before there was "American Sniper" Chris Kyle, there was Adelbert "Bert" Waldron. Waldron is alleged to have over one-hundred and nine kills in the Vietnam War. He received two Distinguished Service Crosses as well as a Silver Star for his exploits and heroism during the war. Yet he remains largely unknown to the public. This book discusses some of the mystery and myths regarding Waldron, questioning the number of his kills, the reasons behind his...
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There are few names at the top of the list of military war heroes as well known or inspiring than Carlos Hathcock. His career, skills and tactics have had an enormous impact on military strategies across the armed services. A devoted Marine, he couldn't have known how much he would change the face of military strategy for not only his branch but the Army and Navy as well. A war hero, landmine survivor, multiple sclerosis sufferer, Sergeant Hathcock...
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H360 Movie Critic Sarah Adamson reviews the Clint Eastwood/Bradley Cooper movie that has been making headlines.
We'll also have classic radio feature The Burns and Allen Show, Casey Crime Photographer, The Whistler and CBS Radio Workshop.
A Falcon Picture Group audio production.
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The Sniper at War looks at the impact and role of the sniper from the American Revolutionary War to the present day. It was not until the late 18th century that advances in technology made accurate sniping with a gun possible. The American backwoodsmen took a toll of the redcoats with their hunting rifles, and the modern art of sniping was born. The book looks at how the art of sniping in war has become more professional and specialised, with dedicated...
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Fascinante, reveladora y poderosa, Francotirador es la asombrosa autobiografía del Capitán SEAL Chris Kyle, el francotirador que tuvo el récord más alto en la historia militar estadounidense.Francotirador, Kyle relata la extraordinaria historia de su carrera que duró una década. El fascinante relato de cómo pasó de ser un cowboy de rodeos de Texas a ser un experto franco tirador y temido asesino, ofrece una perspectiva única de la guerra...
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