A quick query for all you military experts out there! I've always been intrigued by snipers and their training process. I wanted to know in which branch of the military are snipers typically found?
Snipers can be found in multiple branches of the U.S. military, including the Army, Marines, and Navy.
The Army has specially trained sniper units known as Scout Sniper teams. They play a crucial role in ground missions and can provide highly effective tactical support.
The Marines Corps also has a very rigorous Sniper Program. Marine snipers, sometimes referred to as Scout Snipers, can serve in a wide variety of roles, including reconnaissance missions.
Over in the Navy, snipers are part of the SEAL teams, specifically in the Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen (SWCC). They handle complex operations in maritime environments.
Each branch has unique sniper training programs, but common aspects include marksmanship, stalking, fieldcraft, and survival skills.
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