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Product Identifiers
PublisherCase Mate Publishers & Book Distributors, LLC
ISBN-101612004296
ISBN-139781612004297
eBay Product ID (ePID)221834741
Product Key Features
Book TitleWhite Sniper : Simo Häyhä
Number of PagesXviii, 190 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicMilitary / Special Forces, Modern / 20th Century, Military
IllustratorYes
GenreBiography & Autobiography, History
AuthorTapio Saarelainen
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2018-275860
ReviewsThis is a very useful and informative biography of the Finnish sniper Simo Hayha, written by Tapio Saaerlainen who is also a sniper in the Finnish Army. Anyone who wants to learn more about sniping needs this book in their library... The reason to buy this book is that he also shares what he learned with us in chapters titled, The Secrets of Simo Häyhä's Success and Using Simo Häyhä's Experiences., This is a very useful and informative biography of the Finnish sniper Simo Hayha, written by Tapio Saaerlainen who is also a sniper in the Finnish Army. Anyone who wants to learn more about sniping needs this book in their library... The reason to buy this book is that he also shares what he learned with us in chapters titled, The Secrets of Simo Hyh's Success and Using Simo Hyh's Experiences., This is a remarkable story of a remarkable man. No matter how many books on sniping you have read, this must be added to you list if you are serious about shooting., We have had a number of books and movies recently about the exploits of snipers. None of the others even come close to Simo Häyhä. .. The book is what we have come to expect from Casemate. It is well made and is liberally supplied with photos, maps, and some diagrams., The author takes us into a landscape and a conflict often ignored in the wider world of military history., We have had a number of books and movies recently about the exploits of snipers. None of the others even come close to Simo Hyh. .. The book is what we have come to expect from Casemate. It is well made and is liberally supplied with photos, maps, and some diagrams., The author spent two decades training snipers in the Finnish Army and helping create their sniper training manual. He conducted extensive research on Simo, including his character and training techniques. The famed sniper's rifle is also given attention. A quartet of appendices provides extensive background information that nicely rounds out the story.
Dewey Edition23/eng/20221208
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal948.9703/20092 B
Table Of ContentForeword Part ISimo Häyhä's Official Record Farmer, Hunter and Civil Guard Member The Magic Sniper of the Winter War Simo Gets Wounded Life after the Winter War Part IIThe Secrets of Simo Häyhä's Success Simo Häyhä's Rifle Using Simo Häyhä's Experiences for the Finnish Army An Example for Future Generations Epilogue Appendix 1 The Basics of Shooting Appendix 2 The Impact of Fire on the Battlefield Appendix 3 The Battles on the Kollaa Front during the Winter War Appendix 4 Ranked Snipers of the World Acknowledgements Bibliography
Synopsis"Anyone who wants to learn more about sniping needs this book in their library." -- Infantry Magazine Simo Häyhä (1905 - 2002) is the most famous sniper in the world. During the Winter War fought between Russia and Finland in 1939 - 1940 he had 542 confirmed kills with iron sights, a record that still stands today. He has been a role model for snipers all over the world and paved the way for them by demonstrating their significance on the battlefield. Simo Häyhä was a man of action who spoke very little, but he was hugely respected by his men and his superiors and given many difficult missions, including taking out specific targets. Able to move silently and swiftly through the landscape, melting into the snowbound surroundings in his white camouflage fatigues, his aim was deadly and his quarry rarely escaped. The Russians learned of his reputation as a marksman and tried several times to kill him by indirect fire. He was promoted from corporal to second lieutenant and he was awarded the Cross of Kollaa. For sniping Simo Häyhä only ever used his own m/28-30 rifle. Eventually his luck ran out and Simo received a serious head wound on March 6 1940, though he subsequently recovered. After the war Simo Häyhä lead a quiet, unassuming life in farming and forestry. His roots were deep in the Finnish soil and he loved life in rural Finland. A true patriot, he epitomized the traits of a professional soldier, performing his duty and setting an example of bravery that personified the Finnish spirit when confronted by the Russian onslaught. The White Sniper fully explores Simo Häyhä's life, his exploits in the Winter War, the secrets behind his success including character and technique, and also includes a detailed look at his rifle itself. There are appendices on the basics of shooting, the impact of fire on the battlefield, battles on the Kollaa Front during the Winter War and a list of ranked snipers of the world., Simo Häyhä is the most famous sniper in the world. During the Winter War, he had 542 confirmed kills with iron sights, a record that still stands today. Simo Häyhä was a man of action who spoke very little, but he was respected by his men and his superiors. Able to move silently through the landscape his aim was deadly and his quarry rarely escaped, Simo H yh (1905 - 2002) is the most famous sniper in the world. During the Winter War fought between Russia and Finland in 1939 - 1940 he had 542 confirmed kills with iron sights, a record that still stands today. He has been a role model for snipers all over the world and paved the way for them by demonstrating their significance on the battlefield. Simo H yh was a man of action who spoke very little, but he was hugely respected by his men and his superiors and given many difficult missions, including taking out specific targets. Able to move silently and swiftly through the landscape, melting into the snowbound surroundings in his white camouflage fatigues, his aim was deadly and his quarry rarely escaped. The Russians learned of his reputation as a marksman and tried several times to kill him by indirect fire. He was promoted from corporal to second lieutenant and he was awarded the Cross of Kollaa. For sniping Simo H yh only ever used his own m/28-30 rifle. Eventually his luck ran out and Simo received a serious head wound on March 6 1940, though he subsequently recovered. After the war Simo H yh lead a quiet, unassuming life in farming and forestry. His roots were deep in the Finnish soil and he loved life in rural Finland. A true patriot, he epitomized the traits of a professional soldier, performing his duty and setting an example of bravery that personified the Finnish spirit when confronted by the Russian onslaught. The White Sniper fully explores Simo H yh 's life, his exploits in the Winter War, the secrets behind his success including character and technique, and also includes a detailed look at his rifle itself. There are appendices on the basics of shooting, the impact of fire on the battlefield, battles on the Kollaa Front during the Winter War and a list of ranked snipers of the world.
LC Classification NumberDL1097.S2313 2016
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- 01. Dez. 2018
Just read the dust cover.
The Wikipedia account of Simo Hayha is better than this book. Simo was a reserved person and spoke very little about his combat experiences. The book is summed up on the dust cover with Simo's quote: "I did what I was told to, as well as I could. There would be no Finland unless everyone else had done the same". That is all you need to read unless you like reading about American made Russian sniper rifles. There is little doubt that Simo was the ultimate hunter and a true hero. I believe Simo was proud of his service but the killing of so many men took a toll on him causing him to keep silent. The author's shot at writing a compelling account of Simo's life did not hit the mark.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 10. Mai. 2022
Excellent read
Much better rounded than just battle stories. You learn about the man, before and after the Winter War. What made him such a successful sniper. Fascinating to read.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 17. Feb. 2018
Nice Book
Great! Would love to see he and Carlos Hathcock compete at the shooting range!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 04. Jul. 2018
Great book!
A+Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 28. Jul. 2024
True tale of a hero
good book exciting true story very pleased!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
