Harrowfield Elliot (8 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - From the jungles of Vietnam to the mountains of Afghanistan, Marine Scout Snipers built one of the most demanding and respected traditions in the United States Marine Corps.Marine Scout Snipers traces the history, evolution, and legacy of the Marines who combined reconnaissance, observation, fieldcraft, and precision fire in support of infantry units across more than five decades of conflict.Beginning with the modern Scout Sniper tradition in Vietnam, the book explores the combat experience that shaped the profession, the influence of legendary figures such as Carlos Hathcock and Chuck Mawhinney, and the development of formal schools, platoons, rifles, optics, and training standards.The story then follows the Scout Sniper community through the Cold War, Beirut, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan-showing how these Marines adapted to urban combat, mountain warfare, new technology, and increasingly complex rules of engagement.Inside, you will discover: - How the modern Marine Scout Sniper program emerged from combat in Vietnam- The stories and influence of legendary Marine snipers- How shooter-observer teams operated within Marine infantry battalions- The evolution of training, fieldcraft, rifles, optics, and observation methods- The role of Scout Snipers in Beirut, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan- The discipline, culture, and professionalism of the Scout Sniper community- Why the traditional 0317 Scout Sniper program was reorganized-and what remains of its legacyWritten in a clear, authoritative, and respectful style, this is not a tactical manual and not a collection of battlefield myths.It is a historical account of the Marines behind the rifle, the teams that supported them, and the responsibility that came with precision.For readers interested in Marine Corps history, military sniping, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, reconnaissance, and elite military units, Marine Scout Snipers offers a complete and accessible journey through the rise, evolution, and lasting legacy of the USMC Scout Sniper.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The World of Sniper Rifles: The History, Engineering, and Military Evolution of the World's Most Iconic RiflesA single shot, fired from hundreds of meters away, can influence the course of a battle. But behind that shot lies far more than a marksman: more than a century of engineering, military experimentation, optical development, and changing battlefield requirements.The World of Sniper Rifles traces the evolution of the military precision rifle, from the accurate rifles used by early specialist marksmen to the scoped systems of the world wars and the modular, multi-caliber platforms employed by modern armed forces.Combining military history, technical insight, and international perspective, the book explains how the sniper rifle developed from a modified service weapon into a complete precision system.Inside this book, you will discover: ? How specialist military marksmanship developed before the modern sniper rifle? How the First World War established the sniper as a distinct battlefield role? Why the Second World War produced some of history's most recognizable sniper rifles? The engineering behind accuracy, including actions, barrels, stocks, triggers, cartridges, and military optics? Iconic systems from around the world, including the Soviet Dragunov, the American M40 and M24, European precision rifles, and heavy anti-materiel weapons? How different armies created distinct doctrines and philosophies of precision fire? The rise of the Designated Marksman Rifle and its relationship to the dedicated sniper system? How modularity, new cartridges, and changing military requirements are shaping the next generation of precision rifles? The difference between battlefield reality and the myths that have surrounded snipers in books, films, and popular cultureWritten with historical rigor and presented in a clear, accessible style, the book also includes a technical glossary and selected sources for further reading.The World of Sniper Rifles is designed for military-history readers, serious firearms enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone interested in the relationship between engineering, doctrine, and the evolution of military technology.For readers seeking historical depth, technical detail, and a clear international overview, this book offers a grounded introduction to one of the most specialized categories of military firearms.…

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