Chapter 1 THE SPECIAL OPERATIONS SNIPER 1-1. PURPOSE The purpose of this manual is to provide doctrinal guidance on the mission, selection of personnel, organization, equipment, training, skills, and employment of the Special Operations Sniper. 1-2, SCOPE This manual addresses three distinct audiences: © ‘The commander. This manual provides specific guidance on the nature, role, candidate selection, organization, and employment of sniper personnel. ° The trainer. This manual provides a reference for the development of training programs. © The sniper. This manual contains detailed information on the fundamental knowledge, skills, and employment methods of snipers throughout the entire Operational Continuum. This manual describes those segments of sniping that are unique to Special Operations Forces (SOF).
DesignationSpecial Operations Sniper Training and Employment
EditionUndated
StatusSuperseded
Pages529
FunctionMarksmanship Weapons
CollectionRecent Archive