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It is my understanding, Per the book "93 confirmed kills" that Gunny Sgt Hathcock started as a young child hunting (shooting) to put food on the table for his family. In the era he grew up in the times were tough and jobs were lean. His father had served in WW II and brought back a German mauser and gave it to Carlos. He would play army in the woods with the rifle crawling through the brush and undergrowth looking for the enemy (which I would think helped his stalking technique). Carlos saw recruiters at his school and one soldier stood out from them all which was the Marine. In the book it said that the Marine answered a question of Carlos' in such a fashon that it impressed him to the point he made the decision then, it would be the Marine Corps. The book goes into detail as to what the question and answer was, I just cant remember it right now (Guess I'll have to read it again). The book gives a lot of background on Carlos and how he grew up. I would recommend reading it. It's not fiction but first hand accounts from family and friends from civilian life to his military career. Hope this helps. Moe
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When was Carlos Hathcock born?
Carlos Hathcock was born on May 20, 1942.
What is Carlos Hathcock's birthday?
Carlos Hathcock was born on May 20, 1942.
How old is Carlos Hathcock?
Carlos Hathcock was born on May 20, 1942 and died on February 23, 1999. Carlos Hathcock would have been 56 years old at the time of death or 73 years old today.
Who was the top sniper in Vietnam?
Carlos Norman Hathcock II - United States Marine Corps. 93 Confirmed shots, probably more in actuality. The North Vietnamese had a $30,000.00 bounty on Hathcock's head. Hathcock was awarded the silver star - for his actions in saving lives of fellow Marines during an incident with their Amtrac and the Purple Heart.
How long did carlos hathcock stalk apache?
1966
What was Carlos Hathcock's zero on his rifle?
The zero on Carlos Hathcocks rifle was 700 yards.
Who was the female vietnamese sniper killed by carlos hathcock?
THE "Apache"
What sniper of the Vietnam war had a rifle name after him?
Carlos Hathcock.
Who is Sergeant Carlos Hathcock?
A USMC sniper from the Viet War.
Which military group has the best snipers?
This is open to debate but the Marines are recognized as great snipers. They have the legendary Carlos Hathcock who complete very difficult missions but on the other hand Army snipers had more kills.
I am doing a project on Carlos hathcock II assassinating the nva general but I don't know his name if anyone could help I would be happy.Who was the nva general that Carlos hathcock II assassinated?
I have searched extensively but have been unable to find the name of the NVA general killed by sniper Hathcock.
What kind of feather did Carlos hathcock use?
Carlos Hathcock, a renowned US Marine Corps sniper during the Vietnam War, preferred to use white feathers from a barnyard chicken or goose to camouflage the muzzle of his rifle. These feathers helped break up the outline of the rifle and blend it into the surroundings.
