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Confederate snipers were sometimes equipped with English Whitworth target rifles with telescoptic sights. If I remember correctly shots were made at 1500 yards.
One of the most famous quotes concerning snipers of any era was by a Union General. He was berating his troops for taking cover. He said, " They could'nt hit an elephant at this dis"
One of the most famous quotes concerning snipers of any era was by a Union General. He was berating his troops for taking cover. He said, " They could'nt hit an elephant at this dis"