'What is the origin of the term "sniper" and what does it mean? The term was first used during the 1800's in British India. The British hunters often hunted a long-billed wading bird of the genus Capella commonly known as a snipe. This bird's quickness and small size made it a hard target to shoot. As a result, the best of these snipe hunters became known as snipers. Later, the German Army appropriated the term for military use.'

from 'True Bravery'
by Thomas Blahnik © 1998
 

Once a year in February or March we hold a Sniper Match at the 600 yd range.

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