How Craig Harrison achieved one of the longest sniper kills in military history
In short: Discover the story of Craig Harrison, a soldier who transitioned from a novice marksman in the Balkans to setting a record-breaking double kill in Afghanistan. This video details the precision and circumstances behind his extraordinary 2,475-metre shot.
Craig Harrison's journey as a sniper began during his deployment in the Balkans. After testing a Soviet Dragunov SVD rifle and successfully splitting a tree trunk, he committed to specializing in long-range marksmanship for the rest of his career.
Years later, while serving in Afghanistan, Harrison achieved a historic feat by executing a double kill at a distance of 2,475 metres, or 2,707 yards. This remarkable event stands as one of the most significant sniper shots ever recorded.
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