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Send It: Canada's Snipers at War in Afghanistan
See Through the Scope of Canadian Snipers
Send It is a raw, unfiltered account that takes readers deep into the shadowy world of the Canadian sniper—among the most revered and deadly warriors on the modern battlefield. Through the eyes and voices of a handful of elite soldiers, this book delivers an unparalleled look at what it takes to earn the coveted sniper badge, survive the crucible of combat, and walk the razor’s edge between life and death.
From brutal training grounds to the unforgiving terrain of Afghanistan, Send It follows these silent professionals through multiple tours of duty alongside Canadian and U.S. Special Forces. Their missions—precise, lethal, and often shrouded in secrecy—place them at the tip of the spear in the war on terror. But beyond the confirmed kills and enemy engagements lies a more personal the fear, adrenaline, purpose, and quiet cost of modern warfare.
Told in their own words, Send It is an emotional journey from the first trigger squeeze to the last. It is not just about the making of snipers, but how war remakes the men behind the scope.
“The gear, training, excruciating patience, and mental toughness typical of the profession are amply explored, then displayed in adrenaline-pumping scenes of actual combat.” - Jim DeFelice, co-author NY Times #1 best-seller, American Sniper.
“A rare look inside the secretive and little understood world of Canada’s military sniper community.” - Jack Murphy, Former Army Ranger and Special Forces, Host of The Team House.
Send It is a raw, unfiltered account that takes readers deep into the shadowy world of the Canadian sniper—among the most revered and deadly warriors on the modern battlefield. Through the eyes and voices of a handful of elite soldiers, this book delivers an unparalleled look at what it takes to earn the coveted sniper badge, survive the crucible of combat, and walk the razor’s edge between life and death.
From brutal training grounds to the unforgiving terrain of Afghanistan, Send It follows these silent professionals through multiple tours of duty alongside Canadian and U.S. Special Forces. Their missions—precise, lethal, and often shrouded in secrecy—place them at the tip of the spear in the war on terror. But beyond the confirmed kills and enemy engagements lies a more personal the fear, adrenaline, purpose, and quiet cost of modern warfare.
Told in their own words, Send It is an emotional journey from the first trigger squeeze to the last. It is not just about the making of snipers, but how war remakes the men behind the scope.
“The gear, training, excruciating patience, and mental toughness typical of the profession are amply explored, then displayed in adrenaline-pumping scenes of actual combat.” - Jim DeFelice, co-author NY Times #1 best-seller, American Sniper.
“A rare look inside the secretive and little understood world of Canada’s military sniper community.” - Jack Murphy, Former Army Ranger and Special Forces, Host of The Team House.
322 pages, Paperback
Published September 4, 2025
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September 12, 2025
Send It is as honest as it is gripping. The authors don’t write to glorify themselves or their trade—they write to tell the truth. From the opening pages, where they reflect on the strength and sacrifice of military families, the tone is set: this is a book about reality, not myth.
The team blends technical insight with human storytelling in a way that few military books achieve. They show how Canadian sniper capabilities evolved over time, grounding readers with examples of “cutting-edge” equipment of the past before revealing how quickly technology leapt ahead. They dispel common assumptions about long-range weapons and don’t shy away from describing the toll this work takes on the body—TBI, retinal damage, and more.
The narratives of operations are where the book shines. The writing is calm and precise, building tension without theatrics. It captures what it felt like to live and fight in Afghanistan: the ever-watchful locals, the taste of fear, and the constant knowledge that even elite professionals carry their humanity into battle.
In a world where Hollywood often glamorizes or distorts the reality of war, Send It is refreshingly grounded. It is respectful of the profession, unflinching about its costs, and deeply human.
A must-read for anyone who wants an authentic picture of Canadian snipers in Afghanistan. Technical, raw, and full of heart, Send It is a testament to the men who served, the families who supported them, and the reality behind the rifle.
The team blends technical insight with human storytelling in a way that few military books achieve. They show how Canadian sniper capabilities evolved over time, grounding readers with examples of “cutting-edge” equipment of the past before revealing how quickly technology leapt ahead. They dispel common assumptions about long-range weapons and don’t shy away from describing the toll this work takes on the body—TBI, retinal damage, and more.
The narratives of operations are where the book shines. The writing is calm and precise, building tension without theatrics. It captures what it felt like to live and fight in Afghanistan: the ever-watchful locals, the taste of fear, and the constant knowledge that even elite professionals carry their humanity into battle.
In a world where Hollywood often glamorizes or distorts the reality of war, Send It is refreshingly grounded. It is respectful of the profession, unflinching about its costs, and deeply human.
A must-read for anyone who wants an authentic picture of Canadian snipers in Afghanistan. Technical, raw, and full of heart, Send It is a testament to the men who served, the families who supported them, and the reality behind the rifle.
September 8, 2025
Start to finish this was an unparalleled account of Canadian snipers in combat and training. Never before has there been such an up close and emotional account about these elite soldiers.
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