This question always draws an argument when asked. Bodycount? Effect
on the battlefield? Most strategic shot? Longest shot? Many factors go
into the equation.
- The Soviets probably had the finest snipers in WW2, as a group. Vasilli Zaitsev with 224 kills at Stalingrad alone and more than 400 kills in all (some say more than 500) is surely ranked in the top tier. Ludmilla Pavlichenko ranks as the best woman sniper with 309 or
more kills.
- Simo Hayha of Finland is credited with more than 500 kills (by sniper, 200 more with an SMG) during only 100 days, in the Winter War.
- Billy Singh of the Australian Light Horse would be the top WW1 sniper.
- Carlos Hathcock, USMC during Vietnam, is legendary for (among other things) setting a world record (longest range confirmed kill, stood for 40 years), shooting and killing an enemy sniper through the scope and crawling through 1000 yards of heavily defended enemy territory to eliminate a Viet Cong general on one of his first missions.
Actually, the greatest sniper of WW1 is Francis "Peggy" Pegahmagabow, a Canadian sniper who earned 378 confirmed kills.
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What is the best sniper rifle of world war 2?
Actually there was no best sniper rifle during world war 2 because it was never tested. Different countries used different weapons.
Whats best world war 2 sniper rifle?
The Springfield 1903-A3 was likely the best sniper rifle of World War II. It was the most available and the most accurate.
Who was the best woman sniper in world war 2?
Lyudmila Pavlichenko, Russian with 309 confirmed kills.
Who is a famous American sniper during World War 2?
john doe
What was the world war 2 Springfield sniper rifle made of?
Wood and steel.
What is the best sniper in modernwarefare 2?
it is prob. the 3rd sniper is best
What German sniper rifle was used in world war 2?
The rifle was a kar 98k chamberd in 7.92x57. It is conciderd one of the best rifles in the would.
In what film does Jude Law play a Soviet sniper in World War 2?
Enemy at the Gates
Which guns were issued to which units in World War 2?
erm sniper if youlook at this i will shoot you by bob
What influence did the Battle of Stalingrad have on the Allies winning World War 2?
It was the famous sniper Vasiley Zietsev.
What was name of the Russian sniper from World War 2 in the movie 'Enemy at the Gates?
Vasily Zaytsev
What is the best sniper on raze 2?
The .50 Cal Sniper (Tip: aim for the head)
What was the World War 2?
the best and last war
Who was the antagonist in the sniper?
There are 2. the other sniper is one of them and the war is another. of course the other sniper is the antagonist because he and the sniper are fighting against each other but the reason why the Irish Civil War is also the antagonist is because the war is basically causing the problem. is there were no war, then no one would die from the war like the other sniper (the sniper's brother whom he had killed.) Hope this helps
What is the period of years BEST associated with World War 2?
September, 1939 to August, 1945 are the BEST years associated with World War 2.
Who was the best soviet general during world war 2?
Marshal Georgy Zhukov is regarded as the best soviet general of World War 2.
What was the role of a sniper during World War 2?
His duty was to target "High Value" targets such as officers, communications personnel and snipers.
What was the main use of the snipers in World War 2?
Well Snipers were in evrey squad but just a Sniper team was used for Recon.
What was the name of the Russian sniper of World War 2?
Vasily Zaytsev who was the basis for Jude Law's character in the film Enemy at the Gates.
What sniper did the Germans use in world war 2?
Assuming that the question should read "what sniper rifle did the Germans use in world war 2" the answer is as follows: Most commonly the K98 Mauser was used, with an optical sight. Secondly the G41 semi-automatic rifle was used, designed by Walther. Also fitted with an optical sight.
What World War 2 movie pitted a German sniper against an American sniper?
I actually think its called 'Enemy at the gate' or something along those lines. I saw it a few weeks ago.
What did men wear in World War 2?
WW2 was the best war.
Why was World War 2 the best or worst war ever?
worst
Why was World War 2 the best war ever?
Frankly, there is no "best" war. War is evil, nasty, destructive, and horrible. There is no "best" about anything to do with war. Unfortunately, that is not to say that war is the worst thing possible. Sometimes, war is preferable to the alternative. But, no matter what people tell you, World War 2 is not somehow a "better" or "best" war.
World War I compare to World War 2?
World War 1 Compared to world war 2 was a war with very obsolete weapons, machinery, and equipment. world war 2 composed the best weapons, aircraft, tanks, artillery, and equipment of both wars.
