US Special Forces: Weapons Report Card

by Jack Murphy

For years a highly dubious "Weapons Report Card" allegedly written by an American soldier serving overseas has been making the rounds on the internet. Unfortunately, this report card is highly inaccurate and full of misconceptions. In this 3,700 word article written by a former Special Forces Weapons Sergeant, the weapons used by American Special Operations forces are examined and reported upon. Rather than an all inclusive, comprehensive report, this article gives a good thumb nail sketch of the wide variety of weapons currently used by US Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as a special focus on exotic weapons and cutting edge systems in the process of being integrated into service. Contains seven photographs from the author's collection, including the bizarre "Chimera Gun" that an Iraqi soldier built in his home from spare parts! An invaluable resource for researchers, enthusiasts, and those with an interest in the military.

24 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 17, 2011

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[Al Lock · Rating 3 out of 5]

Basic inventory and description of the weapons in use by US Army Special Operations Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan at the time it was written.