sniper
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Attorney General Janet Reno decided not to pursue charges, but a county prosecutor in the state did, charging the sniper with involuntary manslaughter.
From Slate • Jan. 7, 2026
However, no individual sniper was ever held accountable, with all convictions directed toward the commanders in charge.
From Barron's • Nov. 18, 2025
Part Acjacheme Indian, he grew up in the area before serving as a sniper in Afghanistan.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
The veteran, originally from Westcott, Surrey, joined the regiment at the age of 25 and went on to train as a sniper.
From BBC • Jul. 11, 2025
For all the hazards—the risks from sniper fire and incoming shells, the serious health problems—trenches saved lives.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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"The Sniper" by Liam O’Flaherty
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