"Marine Sniper Legend Carlos Hathcock: His Own Words” (1993)

“One shot, one kill,” that’s the sniper’s creed -- U.S. Marine Gunnery Sergeant Carlos N. Hathcock became a military legend with 93 confirmed kills in Vietnam. His amazing feats have been written about by many others in the past. The Hathcock biography “Marine Sniper” sold over half a million copies since it was first printed in 1986.
In the first on camera interview he has ever granted, this American hero recounts the exploits that made him famous - in his own words. This 1993 video is introduced by “The Ultimate Sniper” author John Plaster, who guides us through a fascinating hour-long interview with Gy/Sgt Hathcock. This film lets you see and hear firsthand the most famous sniper of this era.
Including: A 5 day sniper engagement that wiped out an entire company of Viet Cong guerrillas... Hathcock’s 2500 yard confirmed kill with a .50 caliber browning rifle - longest ever documented... Insights and tips from two of America’s foremost authorities on modern sniper tactics... The legendary exploits of ‘white feather”
There have been many Marines, and there have been many snipers. However, with 93 confirmed kills, over 300 probable kills, and many more enemy, WIA’s, there will never be another Sergeant Carlos Hathcock.
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[@joelbrock6830]

Gunny Hathcock was a shell of himself when I met him at Calvin A Lloyd Range, Marine Corps Education Center Quantico, VA. He had retired and was there to speak at our Scout Sniper Instructor Course. He was an absolute legend. he spoke to us individually and as a group. He was very charismatic, great sense of humor, with a confidence building calming effect that you can feel in this interview. Oh yeah you knew in an instance, he was deadly as hell , even in his present state. If they don’t already. The USMC needs to errct a statue of Gunny Hathcock at Calvin A Lloyd Range. Great interview Sir!

[@edgardaniels1402]

I read Gunny Hathcock’s book in the early 90’s and I spoke to him on the phone. Amazing man and very humble to a kid that he didn’t have to speak to!! I asked him how to address him and he said, “Call me Gunny like anybody else”. As a civilian that never served, I felt privileged. He talked to me for about 20 minutes. As a 50 year old now, I’ll always remember this memory as one of honor.

[@scottwheeler6931]

Amazing 👍

[@DuhYaThink]

Great book. Read it as a young teen. Definitely inspirational. 🇺🇸

[@GenXMafia]

WOW! That is so awesome! You are one fortunate sob!

[@edgardaniels1402]

@@GenXMafia 100% one the coolest memories of my life. How I got his number was a pretty special one too. I want to say I was 17, in high school working at the craft store “Michael’s” in the picture framing department. An older man came in and was looking at all of the off the shelf frames and he must have looked for 45 minutes when he finally took a $20 plastic poster frame down and brought it to the custom frame counter and asked if I could do him a favor. He then proceeded to pull a signed and numbered copy of “Reflections” out of its protective tube. He rolled it out and as he did I got chills as it was the first time I had ever seen it. He asked me if I could trim it to fit the poster frame and I about hit the floor. I politely told him I’d just as soon trim my pinky finger off of my hand. It would totally devalue the print. He said the poster frame was the closest thing he could find to size but it wouldn’t fold and he wanted to present it to his VFW hall at a ceremony in 2 weeks. I asked him if he trusted me enough to leave it with me? He said he didn’t have any money and I told him don’t worry about it. I paid out of pocket for the best frame I could afford and custom cut the marble mat myself. He came and got the picture in about a week and a half. We were both pretty proud of it and he thanked me profusely. About a month and a half went by and one day he walked in the store. He asked if I remembered him and I said of course. He said the ceremony went great and he presented the picture. He said he was very proud that someone my age had been taught as I had. He then reached in his jacket and came out with Gunny’s book. He said I want you to have this, Gunny Hathcock was the guest speaker at our dedication ceremony, he’s the most decorated sniper in the war. I read the book all the way through in record time, I literally couldn’t put it down. When I got to the end, right on the back cover, there was an ink stamp of his logo. White feather, one shot, one kill. Next to it was a note that read, “If you ever want to talk about it, just give me a call, Gunny Hathcock.” Next to that was his number. I had to!! Although mine is just an inexpensive copy, “Reflections” hangs on my wall to this day.

[@MikeNel33and49]

Privilege to meet at Perry in 90's friendly just said "Hi Marine" you never forget that!!!

[@Boney1963]

“I shot him straight through his scope, it didn’t even touch the sides” Wow what a legend!!

[@Buce-ku9vx]

Total BS. Zero confirmation.

[@ek2156]

RIP Mr. Hathcock. You are a legend and deserve every American's respect for your service to our country.

[@perryhuddleston4813]

RIP MR. HATHCOCK

[@str8cndian]

ya, that was amazing how you bought all that democracy to them savage Vietnamese sinners. They were really threatening America with their rice paddies i think. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@lucyloose6727]

Yes..

[@Allyourbase1990]

This man was the reason I joined the Marines ! My father was also a Marine and always talked about Carlos Hathcock

[@brick7719]

Like him or not, this man was an absolute master of marksmanship, stalking, and observation. He spent his life completely devoted to his craft. His craft just happened to be one of the most physically, mentally, and psychologically challenging skills on the planet.... ending life at distances, beyond the wire, and getting out alive. Takes a different kind of human to hunt men at that level and not fold under the pressure. He has my sincerest admiration and appreciation for his devoted service.

[@SaundersE5]

Why wouldn’t you like this man ? He save a ton of Marine lives

[@brick7719]

@nmog Many people who knew him considered him not very likable. It's easy for many to think of a person who is straightforward and no-nonsense, as arrogant or rude.

[@susanarsoniadou]

Many do you down out of envy.

[@brick7719]

@susanarsoniadou Respect and admiration is much different than envy. I don't envy any person who is charged with the task of ending human life.

[@susanarsoniadou]

That is key: from a distance and getting out alive.

[@stevecaranci2463]

Carlos was asked once " What do you feel when you kill a person with your rifle?" he replied " All I feel is recoil"

[@Allyourbase1990]

That’s such a badass reply 😂😂😂

[@tylerbrown8386]

The reply of a true badass!!!

[@louiscolborn6715]

It's all kinda funny though if you kill for Washington it's bad ass if Ted Bundy said that it's psychotic. Just a matter of perspective.

[@WishInvrborn]

@@tylerbrown8386 i wish i knew him personally... One of a kind person for sure !!!

[@billy7280]

Maybe he is Psychopath

[@VNExperience]

John Plaster, MACV-SOG legend himself. The only man Hathcock agreed to do an interview with.

[@jimpalmer4916]

It was very in depth interview and Carlos told it like it was.

[@airbats801]

I've been listening to sogcast, and I had to double take on johns name on the interview. This is a interview between 2 legends!

[@theaccount628]

An officer? Nah. I’ll pass.

[@ericaddis7414]

I last talked to Mr Hathcock in King of Prussia PA back around the time of this interview. He was suffering from MS and in a wheelchair. Col. Norm Chandler introduced me to Carlos at a gun show.

[@rickcarmack5850]

"i stopped her" and the grin..❤

[@asgbdhj]

A fucking menace

[@melvinmunson8331]

He was a Marine Corp Legend.Him and Chuck Mawhinney both are.Its hard to say how many lives those 2 saved in Vietnam.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

It’s pretty odd to talk about how many lives snipers “save”. Isn’t it their job to take lives? Just sayin’.

[@Allyourbase1990]

Don’t forget Chesty !

[@Allyourbase1990]

@@busterbiloxi3833every life they take , saves lives .

[@michaelroberts3898]

@@busterbiloxi3833 a sniper is a force multiplier. There’s a reason why when negotiations start, the first request of the enemy is Pull back your snipers. Whether stalking a target or conducting overwatch for an element on the move, one well trained sniper can end an engagement. Through one shot at one target or multiple shots at multiple targets, a sniper can take out a leader causing a cancellation of a maneuver or a retreat and the loss of many of their comrades from an unseen enemy can cause a frantic retreat too. He can put a .50 cal sniper’s round through an engine block stopping a vehicle being used as a bomb, or a vehicle in pursuit of his friends. In this way, the sniper can recognize that what he does, however objectionable to some, brings more of his buddies back home. Alvin York used sharpshooting skill when he earned his Medal of Honor, stating that even though he was a Christian man he realized that many more men would have died if he hadn’t taken action and also command of his unit.

[@Vinobear05]

Let's not forget about our Marine brother Carlos Hatchcock. Carlos had a bounty on his head by the the Vietnamese. The White Feather don't lie! Semper fi baby

[@thebigeasy8609]

Frickin' Legend!!! If you've never heard of this hero that's a shame. Thanks

[@sever427]

Amen Brother

[@flybynytt]

The OG Sniper.....

[@bprathe3205]

This generation don’t know wtf Vietnam war was

[@ramonazteca252]

we lived in the same town, served in the usmc at the same time, and i never heard of him until an army friend chastised me for not knowing who he was. you're right. legendary.

[@maherprobasket5864]

​@@flybynytt ❤

[@shawnb9589]

It saddens me that he died when he was only 58 years old in 1999, he was only 10 years away from the birth of social media and KZbin and podcasting... could you imagine a podcast with Shaun Ryan, Jokko Willink, John Stryker Meyer, and Carlos Hathcock.

[@Dylan-zn2vy]

Those other guys aren’t even in the same atmosphere as Carlos Hathcock

[@2410jrod]

No I am kinda glad, it would break their hearts seeing how our country and world is.

[@jasoninthehood9726]

@@2410jrodLike it or leave it, bucko. Run for office or enact change by voting. You should thank your lucky stars you live in a country where you have a voice. Otherwise you can go kiss Putin’s ass or play in the sand with one of the Saudi Royals. A lot of you are so lazy you’d rather complain on social media than put in work.

[@jasoninthehood9726]

@@Dylan-zn2vyYou should wear your glasses while you’re typing your little pissy comments on KZbin. I don’t know where in his comment you were under the assumption that it was a contest of them vs Carlos. The comment meant he wanted Carlos to go on their podcasts and share his stories. All you weirdos who never served in the military think there is some unspoken competition and don’t understand that there is a camaraderie between soldiers.

[@mikemcdonald5147]

you're right there is no unspoken competition. It was spoken OUTLOUD lol. Everyone in my unit competed against the other and we ribbed each other when we messed up or when one of us bested the other. Yes there is camaraderie between brothers but there's also good hearty competition and it made us all better because of it. @@jasoninthehood9726

[@douglastong3208]

I've read his book. I've seen some shorter clips of him talking, but I really appreciate that I got to see this video. Thanks to those who had the foresight to get his thoughts for future generations. His selflessness and dedication were truly inspirational. We lost him too soon.

[@agonzalez8924]

If anyone deserved a movie, it was carlos hathcock... there was a 90s movie starring tom berenger and billy zane titled Sniper, which was inspired by carlos hathcock.

[@jameshernando2122]

Navy Seal sniper, Kris Kyle ( American Sniper) said publicly he was not the greatest American sniper, but Carlos Hathcock. “I just had more confirmed kills than he did.”

[@agonzalez8924]

@@jameshernando2122 it makes sense that he would say that. within the military community, everyone knows who is who, and hathcock is widely regarded as the greatest american sniper ever. but in pop culture, hardly anyone knows his name.

[@ek2156]

You can really tell in this interview that Mr. Hathcock is a man of few words, very humble, and uncomfortable talking about his exploits. I am not saying he did not have an ego, you can tell he was very confident in his abilities, but not to a fault. He is the kind of leader that I would imagine that soldiers would want to be lead by in combat... Great interview!

[@ericaddis7414]

Hard to tell he was suffering from multiple sclerosis at the time of the interview.

[@charlestisron8391]

Carlos mounted his scope on a 50 cal. Machine gun, and killed a VC just over a mile away, with one round, actually two rounds. The first round blew the front wheel off the enemies bicycle. The second round killed the VC. I read his book about 40 years ago

[@rogerclyde2720]

Met him once in California, he was there for a shooting competition and let me look at the M14 he had with him after I told him I trained with them one. When he seen how I handled it he opened up and we had a nice conversation about the M14. At that time I didn’t know who he was but found common ground both being Vietnam Vets.

[@dwightchaos9449]

There’s just something always about that rifle I loved. The EBR I hope to have one day.

[@arthurshingler2025]

Met him a few times. My club pulled together money to buy him a wheel chair, before he passed on. Seemed like a good guy. This interview is how I remember my first impression of him. Jim Land spun some good stories about him when he worked in Nam for Jim.

[@michaelhammond7115]

Dude was behind a glass so much he cricked his neck into a permanent observation position. Watch how much he dials into position and exhales slowly.....during another random interview. The epitome of focus

[@erichuff392]

This man's story would make an amazing movie.

[@pinkyellowblue007]

Him, Richard Marcinko, Robin Olds, SOG in general, you couldn't come up with better stories for a movie.

[@gregmccarter2176]

Iv always wished that Sam Elliot would have been in a movie...same voice

[@danpats1]

The movie Sniper with Tom Berenger definitely borrowed some scenarios from Hathcock.

[@beachrat4873]

@@gregmccarter2176 he would be perfect still I think

[@justintyme4690]

Back when men had grit.

[@joncavallo4391]

There's only one and only a man called White Feather, who will go down in history as the best at his job with total dedication! A true hunter and epitome of a Marine Corp sniper! Carlos Hathcock!💯💥👍

[@hughhayden6865]

You know..... He is absolutely Sam Elliott without the moustache. It's uncanny

[@stopmotionman6756]

I notice how he says everything twice in a row for good measure. At times he shot people twice for good measure as well. Very maticulous with his whole life. I admire how patient he was.

[@festeradams3972]

Patient, yes, You had to be. Hathcock would have been a good friend to have. You absolutely would not want to be his Enemy. As for "two shots for good measure"...thinking that a guy (or yes a girl) was "dead" could be the last mistake you make.

[@mynamedoesntmatter8652]

His repeating himself is called palilalia.

[@sheldonhoyt6624]

I trained under his son "Sonny" Gunny Hathcock Jr with rifle and pistol. Sonny was a absolute knowledge basket. Still have my pics with him on the range. Was truly an honor, and I cant count the lessons he taught me. Never met Sr, but I was crystal clear his dad passed down a ton of knowledge to him. Semper Fi Gunny!

[@shanecollins3943]

I was blessed enough to meet him in 1988 with a buddies father who served with Carlos in Vietnam. He had quite a presence on a young man! Political correct wasn't really a thing back then. I'll never forget the way he could create a image of the situation with the way he told us stories. Meeting him had a lot of influence on my life over the years. Courage and grit mixed with his other super powers left a lot windows in Vietnam.

[@Someonesaidthis]

I see pain and trama in his eyes. I thank him for his service for our country. ❤

[@avelinaosborne32]

Block out everything except his eyes and tell me what you see.

[@EddyNelson-we1sp]

You are not one of us, Its call Humble. and Respect for the NVA and never paint everybody with the same brush,

[@loafoffloof3420]

@@avelinaosborne32 a legend

[@petereichenhorn4199]

I see pride for America

[@alexericw]

Why WHY WHY ….isn’t there a movie on this guy?!! It would be very very cool

[@jasonmarquez5776]

Sam Elliott would be perfect for that role. His voice almost perfectly matches!

[@AG-ok7no]

@@jasonmarquez5776 I was thinking Billy Bob Thornton

[@ericaddis7414]

Contact Col. Norman Chandler if you want to make a movie about White Feather. He knows more about Carlos than anyone.

[@staciepaul]

Every sniper in every move is based on Carlos. I just watched Saving private Ryan. They did the counter sniper shot through the scope. Bob "the nailer" Swagger is based on Carlos. Etc etc etc.

[@terrycavaness8259]

@@AG-ok7no Most Definitely! Sam Elliott can play his spotter! Be An Epic Flick!!!

[@averagelibertyenjoyer3217]

Gotta love this guy. An absolute natural plus ultimate dedication to improving the craft, you cannot beat that. Throw in true grit and some mild gallows humor and you have this beautiful creature. Imagine how many lads like him are lurking throughout the citizenry of this great nation? The thought of a few hundred thousand pros even half as good as him existing just gives me that good ol warm fuzzy feeling.

[@daviddigital6887]

A3eee

[@stevenlynnmcelwrath5818]

Advisories of our constitution from any land should be aware of these legends like Hathcock !!! Thank you sir for your service!!!

[@johnqpublic2718]

I had seen this before, but at the time, I didnt know who John Plaster was. What a cool interview!

[@timungrysr3326]

I'm a Navy Vet and I agree Sgt. Hathcock was the best! He didn't have all the fancy gadgets that the Snipers have today.

[@peggybrown9694]

The difference between Kyle and Hathcock was that Hathcock was a hunter while Kyle was static in a very target rich environment.

[@WhatnotChaser]

@@AB-yx4trlol yeah you were there right?

[@grahamcox8385]

Were you there in Iraq with Kyle, no so you have no right to judge him as you didn't see combat yourself keyboard troll, he's regarded as a American hero just like Carlos is, your just a arrogant keyboard troll with no integrity or honour who is trying to take cheap shots at a honourable soldier

[@AB-yx4tr]

@@WhatnotChaser me and Clint 😉

[@robertcoffee9512]

​@@AB-yx4tr

[@AB-yx4tr]

@@robertcoffee9512 😄 No thank's. But i just learn something about you.

[@WishInvrborn]

No one like Carlos... There never be anyone even close to Carlos !!! Legend among legends !!!!

[@th.burggraf7814]

To regard the work of a sniper as unethical is a luxury that only those who don't have to serve on the front lines can afford.

[@grahamcox8385]

He doesn't hold any contempt for anyone else but the apache, as he said she was a bad woman to torture that soldier, but white feather took her out and made sure of the kill by putting 2 rounds into her for good measure,simply the ultimate hunter

[@jimpalmer4916]

She was Dade after the first bullet. Captain Land told Carlos to put another round in that bitch, and he did, specifically a 9 degree boat tailed Sierra Match king from his 06. This is what Captain Land admitted to on my favorite video of Carlos.

[@STEVE_C_1369]

​@@jimpalmer4916Retired Marine here. Carlos' rifle was a Remington 700 accurized with a Unertil scope.

[@jimpalmer4916]

@thefrog1percenter Carlos Hathcock Hathcock shot many rifles in and out of the marine corps. He killed the Apache with his model 70 in 30/06 after he saw her take a piss and arty made her run smack dab into her death. She was Dade but captain land told Carlos to put another one in that bitch. You really didn't know that Carlos carried that there model 70 ? I've heard some whoppers in my time, but this one takes the cake 🎂

[@erickolb8581]

@@STEVE_C_1369 what sort of work goes into accurizing rifles? Thank you for keeping America safe.

[@STEVE_C_1369]

@@erickolb8581 The receiver is bedded to the stock.Than is...in the old days,epoxy mixed to fibergless.It was set to the stock,and wax paper laid on that.Then,the receiver was set in and tightened down,minus a couple twists,which would be compensated when the fiberglass and epoxy cured.A bull barrel was affixed to the receiver. Hathcock also used a Winchester model 70,with an 8x Unertal scope.The Remington had a Redfield scope,but he favored his Unertal and would swap it out.He even had a scope mount made for a 50BMG to mount his Unertal. The accurizing methods varied per the sniper in a lot of the cases.

[@mtmadigan82]

Dude was one of the reasons I joined the Marines. Best decision I ever made, and worth the pain and difficulty. The benefits of that will help you the rest of your life.

[@jacobhendrickson8935]

I wish I would have joined, it was never presented to me, never a thought, I just wish I had thought about it. I had a super deep love for motorcycles and as a kid all I was able to do is watch the other kids ride theirs. So at 13 years old I was in the yellow pages trying to find a job to save for a motorcycle. And that motorcycle was a dream come true, so I rode it every minute of the day I was able and would think god for it Everytime I was on it. It completely distracted me to ever consider joining.

[@arthurmorgan7086]

The real legend.God bless

[@pickititllneverheal9016]

I live close to where he passed and is laid to rest. Gonna have to go pay my respects one of these days.

[@jasondesselles9168]

Townes Van Zandt.

[@Shadolife]

Listen to what this man says, and pay closer attention to what he doesn't say. Thank you Gunny Hathcock. Semper Fi

[@jimtruscott5670]

@ Shadolife. How do you pay attention to what is not said ? Mental telepathy?

[@mynamedoesntmatter8652]

@@jimtruscott5670 Subtleties must sail over your head so high that you never know they’re coming.

[@jimtruscott5670]

@@mynamedoesntmatter8652 Coming from someone who can’t grasp the meaning of “ what he doesn’t say” this is just hilarious 😁😁😁

[@savage22bolt32]

Thanks for the great video, and a huge thanks for not ruining it with crappy background music. I don't know why some people are compelled to add annoying background music throughout their videos.

[@erickolb8581]

Too many people want to get as many likes as possible and all of them forget none of it is real. I would like to see a resurgence of old world America. Dumberica has got to go, just my 2 cents.

[@punishersoriano2895]

I've had the honor of becoming friends with a couple snipers. When they tell stories about killing the enemy,they always have a smile and a slight chuckle. The twinkle in his eye says it all...

[@BoomerElite4u]

That's not accurate in my experience. My shooter (I was a spotter) was so traumatized that they literally chaptered him out early for PTSD, which I had never seen happen during that time period, and the guy who replaced him committed suicide last year. I didn't even have to ask how he died when a mutual friend told me, but I went and looked at his wife's facebook and saw where she had posted a ton of things about veteran suicide awareness etc.

[@VileCAESARB]

@@BoomerElite4u People act all gung ho but that kinda work takes it out of you physically, emotionally, psychologically and spiritually. Is a reason the Germans stopped shooting people en masse, at scale.

[@ICYPROFITS]

It's a coping mechanism any first responders do it as well. You have to smile and laugh or it will get to you bad

[@ifv2089]

​@recondohoe what you said

[@lestercoons3962]

...if you don't smile, laugh and joke around alot you'll break down and cry...those memories aren't good ones.

[@Halcyon1861]

The best shots throughout time have been good ole boys.

[@Rudeboui1620]

And Brothers ,Semper Fi 0317

[@morgott13]

Hes from philly

[@shannonmcelyea4631]

Love listening to him talk..Sounds like one of my uncles with the accent & nonchalant attitude

[@brandonsexton9017]

I could listen to him speak all day. I'm glad the Marines gave him some recognition. It wasn't enough (imo) but some is better than none I guess.

[@JR9979]

21:15 She didn't stop....But i stopped her......That smile holy fuck.

[@willbrink]

If it was not real, you'd think it was a bad Rambo movie or something. White Feather was of a very rare breed. The Apache story haunts me to this day after reading about it in Marine Sniper. She made it personal, he removed her from the this world as needed...

[@brianpeck4035]

I don't know about judging her. Don't know what she had been through. One thing though, it was her country not his. She was a defender in that relationship. Psychology can be a powerful weapon. Her techniques though extreme must have been effective.

[@christopherharrell32]

This marine was a true American Hero and should be an inspiration for us all. Thanks for your Service and sacrifice. From one Marine to another. 1969 to 1971 Fox company 2nd battalion 4th Marines 3rd Marine Division

[@russellportier1238]

He said “ every time they’d pop their heads up they’d lose their haircut” this dude is the baddest man on record lol

[@hazardousroo]

Wow. When he talked about shooting the Cobra right through his own scope, I got so many chills.

[@mibutler]

What a hero. His eyes still have the look of a killing machine.

[@stevealicea205]

I am a civilian and came within a gnat's hair of meeting him. My grandfather was in the 2nd Marines and was part of the 2nd Marine Division Association and was at Camp LeJeune for the birthday party of the 2nd Marines in Feb of 1996. I got to shoot on the sniper course and talk to Marine snipers at the time and at the last minute, Gunny Hathcock decided not to come to the gathering. I was very bummed but was told he was not feeling well. Either way, meeting active Marine snipers and shooting their rifles on the range their was magical for me. God Bless you Gunny. Steve in Colorado

[@richardmyers3773]

I met this class act marine back in the 70's after ITS complete. A Class Act human. RIP white feather

[@raymondbohn2852]

Thank you for the interview. An amazing career.

[@nonodaclown9033]

This interview should definitely be shown more

[@bemseller5515]

In 95-96 I served in the military in the assault rifle and tank driver unit. I saw people go crazy and I almost went crazy too, even though I wasn't at war, I felt so bad. I don't understand how this man can be so calm. Great Carlos.

[@canadians2214]

Very good video, the best I have seen, and I watch a lot of videos. Thank you very much for sharing this video with me. A Vietnam Veteran.

[@Hemidakota]

I met quite a few Marine legends during the 70s. Semper Fi, brother.

[@kurthouse744]

What a great American hero, we thank you for your dedicated service.

[@TechnoPunk64]

“They just had the misfortune of coming up against us.” Classic line. Supreme confidence and skill in one potent brew.

[@jff757]

You can see in his eyes that he was part soldier, but all serial killer (more accurately, hunter). Sniping was his craft, and he was a grandmaster. Death from afar.

[@johnclark1612]

This is something that came natural to alot of southern men. You can tell he's not a educated disciplined person and a hunter doesn't have to be when you've mastered the art of Kentucky windage.

[@susanarsoniadou]

What he did not have in education he made up for in brains.

[@floydrussell9548]

AMERICAN BADASS!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@danielcurtis1434]

I’ve only ever seen clips on the history channel. Props to the channel for posting it!!

[@jbookbass]

The legend, the myth

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Thank you for sharing both Major Plaster's and Gunnery Sergeant Hathcock's wisdom and insight.

[@BULL.173]

I was an Army medic in the 173rd from 2006-2010. Gunny Hathcock, God rest him, almost gets a man to wishing he was a Marine too. Almost haha. Although by MRF standards I qualified with a limp wristed - 28/40. That's about as south of average as you can get.

[@gnawbabygnaw]

He said snipers aren’t elite they just have a job to do. I beg to differ. Takes a certain kinda person. Skilled. Precise.

[@gnawbabygnaw]

Amazing. Outstanding. Semper Fi brother. I was stationed at Cherry Point. Straight through the scope is a pretty good indicator they were honed in on ya. BadassS

[@user-dx7ur9ry3h]

This guy needs a movie deal

[@ottoso7044]

Glad this is back on KZbin! I had tk watch last week on a random website that had it uploaded years ago.. I’ll give it another listen tho why not 🇺🇸

[@Joellikestobox]

First off thank you for your service Carlos Second your a legend for reuploadong this

[@jjjimenez7107]

I was training to do my job. That's all he was doing. Says it all. But at the end.... He saved lives......and served his country. U.S.A

[@nathanadams78]

Is it just me or does billy bob Thorton need to play this man in a movie about his career

[@DavidPigbody]

That's a great idea

[@SatanSquad]

Both are from Arkansas. Not a bad idea at all

[@travishendrix7026]

​They are from the same county in Arkansas. Hot Spring. My home county also.

[@Patriotic327]

Just read the book “Marine Sniper”.

[@KevinJohnson-ym9fi]

Bro if I was a millionaire I absolutely would contact him and try to actually make that idea of yours a REALITY 😮

[@DesignatedMarksman-sb1ef]

Rip carlos hathcock god bless you both legends and Inspirations

[@wayupnorth9420]

Legend! Never met him, but he was in Quantico when I was there. Wish I could have met him.

[@tntkop]

As a young EOD Tech back in the ‘90’s, I was conducting booby trap training with an old Army EOD Tech who had served in Vietnam. We were in some heavy woods with lots of undergrowth, setting up some pretty nasty devices, when the old vet stood up and walked to a bush to take a piss. Afterwards, he came over to me, laughing, and told me, “Ya know, somewhere over in Vietnam, there is some son of a bitch who is lucky to be alive. I was hidden in some bushes one night on a trail, and he walked over to the bush I was in and took a piss. He was so close to me that he pissed all over my head. I coulda slit his throat and he’d never known what happened. But I let him go.” So I asked him, “Did you ever take a piss in a bush at nighttime when you were over there?” He said, “Sure, all the time!” I think he must have thought I was so naive that I didn’t know they of course had to piss in the field. So I asked him another question, “Do you ever think there’s some guy over in Vietnam saying, ‘Ya know, somewhere over in America, there is a son of a bitch who is lucky to be alive. I was hidden in some bushes one night and he walked over to the bush I was in and took a piss. He was so close to me that he pissed all over my head. I coulda slit his throat and he’d never known what happened. But I let him go’”. The old vet suddenly got real quiet. He sat there for a moment, then said, “Well Goddammit! Not until now!” Then he said, “Goddamn you! I’m gonna be thinking about that the rest of my days!” Then he burst out laughing. I little while later, during our lunch break, I noticed he had gone off to away from the rest of us and was sitting on a fallen tree trunk, just sitting there smoking a cigarette and drinking a Coke. I kinda moseyed over there and offered him another smoke (hell, we all smoked back in those days). I said, “You okay?” He said, “Yeah, I was just thinking about what you said.” I felt like a complete asshole. I said, “Hey man, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to....” He interrupted me and said, “No no no. I’m fine. I just never thought of it that way before.” Then he told me, “That’s why you’re a damn good Tech, because you think about the other side of the issue. Don’t ever lose that. It may just keep you alive someday.” One of the best compliments I ever got.

[@pitchforkpeasant6219]

These days no one seems to think about any other side. Just what’s given to them

[@charlesdalzell4061]

That dudes eyes when he focused on something is amazing, swear I can read a person with there eyes and this guy is incredible, absolutely no fear!! Very good video

[@melissacurtis7216]

Stone cold killer, and the best at his craft.

[@L_Train]

John Plaster is quite the legend himself. Look him up.

[@gregmccarter2176]

I bought a stock of his design..nice stock

[@suzanh7777]

2,500 yards, that’s almost 1 1/2 miles!!! WOW. And he enlisted when he was 17 years old! Not a cowardly draft dodger. This country could use a few million men like him.

[@jonh284]

This man is a legend and a personal hero of mine. To me, he’s among few that truly exemplify a true/ideal Marine. He just there to do his job, do it best, no matter what.

[@randyfirst5747]

Mr.American Hero! Red, White, and Blue true Patriot! Mr.American Hero needs to show young boys HOW TO BE MEN! Thank you for your service, salute 🇺🇸

[@bradrook3919]

It's very difficult and really quite rare for a veteran that's been under fire to speak of it. Gunny Hathcock, left the Corp. as I entered. His chuckle and demeanor in this interview is a defense mechanism and was not easy for him. Feelings are a waste of time and can get you killed in combat. Once in combat your awareness is always there to it...Being a civilian again is next to impossible.

[@FERNANDOAMENDIVIL]

Who else has seen this MORE than once and will again? “ALL Hollywood Snipers combined are …NOTHING compared to this LETHAL LEGEND.”

[@keithfinnell7505]

This Man was/is a Hero to those of us that served!!!

[@The762nato]

When I won the US nationals someone checked with the NRA on how many matches I had shot in the year , as it turned out 52 matches . While Carlos talks about dry firing at home that might beneficial in the beginning. The most important thing you can teach yourself is training the subconscious mind to fire the gun not the shooter . Develop a Polaroid snapshot picture of when the gun goes off , learn to call the shot . This can be practiced all day long , anywhere . While I finished with 52 Regional match wins , 5 US National Championships , 3 US international teams and several NZ teams . I hold Carlos as the apex of shooters not just because he got to use his skills , but by what I see he has a SIGMA personality , something we both share .

[@jimpalmer4916]

Carlos didn't haul tripods for the stabilization of his winchester. He traveled light and was a crack shot.

[@grimreaper6557]

Absolutely awesome video well done He is a man of Honor and Dedication to his Craft he is the best

[@paulprimal6353]

Thanks for the upload. Reading Marine Sniper by Charles Henderson right now. Poweful. Chilling. All true.

[@ednorton164]

Very informative and great humbleness at the end about just doing a job. Plus I liked his reply when asked how does he want to be remembered "with a pork roast".

[@AJ___USA]

The Best and most advanced Range in the Marines is the Hathcock Range in San Diego

[@stevesteve1198]

I wish they would make a movie about him. And his lifestory, that would be awesome.

[@marisanavarro7223]

Hero 👏👏👍🙏❤ RIP hathcock

[@derekrupert2013]

His book one shot one kill was great

[@JamesChidester-jt9ln]

This man is amazing!!!. So cool and layed back and very scary.

[@elizabethspear9551]

I absolutely adore this man ..props all around.

[@Stan_L]

Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@ericaddis7414]

I have a White Feather hat like the one Carlos is wearing during the interview that was signed by Carlos and Norm Chandler. He was a frail old man with multiple sclerosis then.

[@ek2156]

Can you imagine being a new Vietnamese soldier, just having watched your commanders get dropped, and then just have to continue to watch your comrades being killed one shot at a time!?!? What as horrible place to be.... being the sights of Carlos Hathcock! I think I would have been trying my best to play dead as soon as possible!

[@FERNANDOAMENDIVIL]

IF his bullet hit, you are dead. IF you play dead, after hearing the shot and seeing the person next to you fall, you CAN’T play dead. HE will only wait for you to breathe. One breath elevates and INvites … round #2.