On Saturday, February 2, 2013, Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle, Navy, SEAL Team 3,Charlie Platoon, was shot and killed at a Central Texas gun range. He was the father to a small boy and a small girl, and husband to Taya Kyle.
Chris Kyle is "the most deadliest sniper in US History." He has 160 confirmed kills out of 250+ claimed kills. He served in the Navy SEALs the years 1999-2009, serving through four deployments. He was awarded several medals;
| Awards |  Silver Star Medal (2) Bronze Star Medal (Valor; 5) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (1) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2 |
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He was nicknamed "The Devil Of Ramadi" by the terrorists and insurgents of Iraq during the Iraqi Campaign for his deadly skills and unerring marksmanship. His longest shot was fired from the MacMilan Tac .338 at a terrorist fixing to fire upon a convoy with a rocket launcher. The distance was 2100yds. He wrote the book "American Sniper" which is an autobiography of his life and service in the Navy. He gave his life and time during those years to stand and fight for the freedoms and liberties we enjoy and too often take for granted.
We should always take the time and the minute effort and show our appreciation to any servicemen/women we know for their sacrifce. CPO Chris Kyle was a Native Texan and our proud state will remember his legacy and his sacrifice. You, sir, are a true American Hero. As Americans, we are grateful. As a Texan I am proud to call you a Texas Brother. Thank You for your service. A Soldier has fallen and we must never forget......................But Always Remember.
Rest In Peace Chief Petty Officer Kyle....... "The Only Easy Day Was Yesterday"-SEAL Motto
Your Texas Brother,
Colonel Travis E. Lee, Army of the Republic of Texas
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