Archive for John L. Plaster

Advances in U.S. Sniping Ammunition: From Vietnam to Afghanistan

The long-range capability of American military snipers has saved the lives of many service personnel on the battlefield. Developments in rifles and optics are only part of the story. There has also been a revolution in the accuracy and performance of the ammunition they use.

September 12, 2013

The Barrett .50 Caliber

Excerpted from “The History of Sniping and Sharpshooting” by Major John L. Plaster, USAR (Ret.). Published by Paladin Press, 2008.

December 13, 2012

America's Deadliest Sniper

Navy Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle holds the record for most confirmed kills by a sniper.

June 18, 2012

Shooting with Today's Top Snipers

Learn how long-range warriors take the fight to the enemy.

April 25, 2012

Sniper War in Afghanistan

Today’s generation of snipers is the finest and most capable we’ve ever fielded.

November 18, 2011

The M14 Enhanced Battle Rifle

The changing nature of the war in Afghanistan led to the re-issue of the 7.62x51 mm NATO M14 rifle.

February 23, 2011

Winning the Sniper War in Iraq

A war within a war.

January 14, 2010

Riflemen of the Revolution

American longrifles played a significant role in securing American freedom and independence.

May 09, 2009