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Lee Marvin was not a sniper; he was a Marine Corps soldier during World War II and later became a famous actor. While he served in the Pacific Theater, he participated in battles such as the Battle of Saipan, but there are no verified records of him personally "greasing" or killing a specific number of Japanese soldiers. If you're referring to a specific anecdote or film, please provide more context for clarification.
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What type of weapons did d day American soldiers use?
American soldiers used the M1 Garand rifle, the M1 Carbine, the BAR rifle, the Thompson Machine Gun, the Colt M1911 pistol, the M3 'grease gun' and the M1903 Springfield sniper rifle.
What were spotters in World War 2?
A spotter, in the context of Twentieth Century Warfare, is a soldier armed with a pair of binoculars. The spotter's job is to work in tandem with a Sniper (A soldier armed with a Sniper Rifle or other long-ranged weapon) and find enemy targets for the sniper to shoot. Sometimes, a spotter works with an Artillery team rather than a Sniper, but the concept is the same: Find targets, tell the other soldiers where the target is, wait for target to die.
Where are Lee Marvin and James Michener buried?
Lee Marvin is buried in Arlington National cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, just outside Washington, D. C. PFC Marvin served as a scout-sniper with the 4th Marine Division and was wounded on Saipan, where most of his platoon was killed. James Michener also served in the Pacific during WWII, in the US Army. Michener is buried in Austin Memorial Park Cemetery in Austin, Texas. See related links below.
Is it true that captured American soldiers were castrated by Vietcong women?
Yes it is true. A vietcong sniper called Apache used to castrate captured american soldiers with in ear shot of the american bases. She also kept eyelids and various other body parts.
The sniper What does the sniper do to trick his enemy?
The Sniper places his hat on the muzzle of his rifle ! Legit answer.
How many soldiers are in a sniper squad?
Two, sniper and observer.
How do you say Sniper in Japanese?
Sogekihei
What type of weapons did d day American soldiers use?
American soldiers used the M1 Garand rifle, the M1 Carbine, the BAR rifle, the Thompson Machine Gun, the Colt M1911 pistol, the M3 'grease gun' and the M1903 Springfield sniper rifle.
What is the Japanese word for sniper?
sniper is actually sunaippa now but it was originally 狙撃兵 Sogeki-hei
What is a Japanese sniper rifle that shoots 175 gm worth?
The Type 97 Sniper Rifle is a Japanese bolt-action rifle using 308 Federal 175 grain bullet.
What actors and actresses appeared in Sniper Elite V2 - 2012?
The cast of Sniper Elite V2 - 2012 includes: Andrew Byron as Russian Soldiers Tom Clarke Hill as Karl Fairburne Oleg Kalninsh as Russian Soldiers
What is the model of a longe barred 6.5 Japanese sniper riffel?
Arisaka most likely.
Was lee Marvin a war hero?
Yes. He was a Marine Scout Sniper and part of a tank company and saw a lot of action in the war. He suffered serious injuries and was shot multiple times. Marvin was awarded the Purple Heart and given a medical discharge. In 1950 he moved to Hollywood and got parts in various war movies and as a decorated veteran he often assisted the director.
What is it like to be a sniper in the army?
http://science.howstuffworks.com/sniper.htm This website tells you how military snipers work :) I'm no sniper myself, but I have been to the army. All soldiers go through Basic Millitary Training (for my country) before being posted to a vocation (such as sniper). In which they will receive further more specialised training.
Where did the word sniper originate?
The word Sniper comes from a play on words by British soldiers in India as early as 1773. Here troops hunted the Snipe, a small, quick bird that was difficult to shoot. Successful shooters were dubbed Snipers. However the true Sniper as we know him today was developed by the German Army of WW1.
Who are the main characters in the book American sniper?
The main character of "American Sniper" is Chris Kyle, a US Navy SEAL sniper. The book follows his life and experiences during his time serving in the military, including his four tours in Iraq. Other notable characters include his wife Taya Kyle and his fellow soldiers.
SEAL sniper vs SEAL ground soldier who are better soldiers get more action and have more dangerous missions?
SEALS are sailors, not soldiers. All SEALs receive the same basic training in combat skills and tactics. Then they specialize in specific skills, sniper being one, others include explosives, technology retrieval, corpsman and communications.
