Videos tagged with Marine Corps Scout-Sniper

This video segment from "American Rifleman Television" honors Major Edward "Jim" Land, a pivotal figure in establishing the U.S. Marine Corps Scout-Sniper training program. It delves into his extensive competitive shooting background, starting from his early days in Hawaii and continuing at Camp Perry. The feature highlights Land's crucial role in developing the Marine Corps' sniping capabilities, particularly post-Vietnam, and his significant tenure as secretary of the National Rifle Association. The video also showcases the Major Land Sniper's Cup, a precision shooting competition held at the Black Bear Shooting Complex in Virginia, designed to test modern precision shooters in challenging terrain and conditions, honoring Land's legacy.

This video provides an overview of a Sniper's Hide precision rifle class, highlighting fundamental shooting techniques. It features instruction from Frank Galli and Marc Taylor, focusing on areas like fundamentals evaluation, classroom instruction, scope testing, DOPE gathering, and positional practice. The class is presented as essential for anyone aiming to become a great shooter, emphasizing the importance of understanding and replicating core skills. The video also promotes the Precision Rifle Network and lists various gear used in precision rifle shooting.