Rob Furlong

Rob Furlong, born on November eleventh, nineteen seventy-six, is a distinguished former military sniper from Canada. His remarkable career in the armed forces spanned from March two thousand two until November two thousand nine, during which he achieved a significant milestone in the world of military sniping.

Furlong is best known for holding the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill in combat, an astonishing distance of two thousand four hundred thirty meters, or two thousand six hundred fifty-seven yards. This record stood unchallenged for over seven years, showcasing his exceptional skills and precision as a marksman.

His record was eventually surpassed by British soldier Craig Harrison, who achieved a kill at a distance of two thousand four hundred seventy-five meters, or two thousand seven hundred seven yards. Despite this, Furlong's legacy as a top-tier sniper remains firmly established in military history.