About the book
Sniper: A History of the US Marksman
by Martin Pegler
Following on from the success of Out of Nowhere: A History of the Military Sniper, Martin Pegler gives us an in-depth study of the emergence of the American rifleman, sharpshooter, and sniper, examining the evolution of the rifle in the US, from the earliest firearms introduced in the 15th century, to the most recent and highly accurate sniping rifles of the 21st century. Contemporary accounts show how the use of the rifle during the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and the more recent conflicts of the 20th and 21st centuries have affected US military history. This detailed account concludes with a study of the US sniper in modern warfare, right up to the ongoing conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, providing a fascinating glimpse into the relentless march of weapons technology and the lives of the men who use it.
Table of contents
- Introduction
- Part I: The Evolution of the Rifle
- Chapter 1 – New World , New Weapons
- Chapter 2 – Winds of Change
- Part II: America at War
- Chapter 3 – Revolution
- Chapter 4 – Heading West
- Chapter 5 – The Sharpshooter's War
- Part III: A World at War
- Chapter 6 – Global War
- Chapter 7 – World War II – Unprepared and Unequipped
- Chapter 8 – Cold War, Hot War
- Chapter 9 – A Changing World
Book details
- Price: £17.99/ $24.95/ C$32.00
- Format: Hardback
- Number of pages: 304
- Publisher: Osprey Publishing
- US Publish date: 21 August 2007
- UK Publish date: 10 August 2007
- 13 digit ISBN: 9781841769790
Praise for Out of Nowhere: A History of the Military Sniper
“This is the best book of its type to be published so far…The outstanding chapters on World War I and World War II are remarkably detailed, pulling together information and images that have not appeared previously in one volume…a remarkable, well-illustrated book that is recommended for those interested in military history or military arms.”
American Rifleman
“The best overall book on snipers I have ever read. More sniper history, photos, and stories in a single publication than any other I currently own in my library.”
Surplus Rifle
“As part of his research, Martin interviewed many snipers and their reminiscences form a significant part of the story. It says much for Martin's skills as a diplomat and as a historian that so many former combat marksmen felt able to tell him of their service experiences.
This book is well illustrated with pictures of sniping rifles, their sights and ammunition, as well as many pictures of the sharpshooters themselves.”
Shooting Times & Country Magazine
Rean an extract from Martin's first book Out of Nowhere: A History of the Military Sniper.
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