Christopher Scott Kyle (April 8, 1974 – February 2, 2013) was a United States Navy SEAL sniper. He served four tours in the Iraq War and was awarded several commendations for acts of heroism and meritorious service in combat.

Aug 25, 2021 · Eddie Ray Routh, the man found guilty of murdering Chris Kyle and Chad Littlefield in 2013, explained why he shot both men in a confession tape that was shown to jurors during the trial.

Feb 20, 2015 · Who Was Chris Kyle? Chris Kyle joined the Navy in 1999 and quickly gained admittance to its elite SEALs unit. Kyle served four deployments to Iraq as a sniper and by his …

On February 2, 2013, Christopher Scott Kyle (born April 8, 1974) and his friend Chad Hutson Littlefield (born February 11, 1977) were shot to death at a shooting range near Chalk Mountain, Texas, by Eddie Ray Routh. The two were walking down range to set up targets when Routh opened fire with two handguns and hit both of them.

Feb 15, 2021 · Christopher Scott Kyle was a United States Navy SEAL sniper and the deadliest marksman in U.S. military history. Kyle wrote a book in 2012 called American Sniper: The Autobiography, telling the story of his four tours in Iraq from 1999-2009.

Jan 21, 2015 · Learn the real-life story of Chris Kyle, the late Navy SEAL sharpshooter portrayed in the Oscar-nominated film “American Sniper.”

Apr 8, 2020 · Rodeo rider, ranch hand, Navy SEAL and author of "American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History," Chris Kyle is one of the most celebrated American...

Aug 19, 2022 · Instead, a February afternoon in 2013 turned into murder when former United States Navy SEAL sniper Chris Kyle died alongside his friend, Chad Littlefield, after a veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who they were trying to mentor suddenly opened fire.

Mar 18, 2025 · Chris Kyle was a renowned U.S. Navy SEAL sniper, born on April 8, 1974, in Odessa, Texas. His journey into military service began in 1999 when he enlisted in the Navy and soon gained entry into the prestigious SEALs.

Jan 17, 2015 · Here are five things to know about the decorated two-time Silver Star recipient, whose nickname was “the Legend.” 1. He is widely regarded as the deadliest sniper in U.S. history. The...