--- title: "This is why sniper duels are absolutely terrifying" description: "\"Getting shot at sucks. At no point is that a good thing.\" Learn about why sniper duels are so dangerous in two videos by We Are the Mighty." date: "2021-02-16" modified: "2021-02-16" authors: - name: "Team Mighty" job_title: "Author" link: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/authors/teammighty/" url: "https://www.wearethemighty.com/military-life/why-sniper-duels-are-absolutely-terrifying/" categories: - "Tactical" - "Weapons" --- # This is why sniper duels are absolutely terrifying ![]() "Getting shot at sucks. At no point is that a good thing." --- True words spoken by Tim Kennedy, a former member of the Army's elite 19th Special Forces Group. With snipers being one of the most feared warriors on the battlefield - think Carlos Hathcock and Eric R. England - their patience and stealth make them a fearsome force to be reckoned with. ### Related: [These 3 snipers had more kills than Carlos Hathcock in Vietnam]() "Things change very dramatically when you know you are being hunted the same way you're hunting them," says Terry Schappert, a former [Green ]()Beret and sniper instructor, when talking about his experiences. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xifBxO6Hk You can see the ultimate sniper duel in "The Wall" starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson and WWE superstar John Cena. Check out the video below for the "Man in the Shadows" - Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuLrse6kQ5I ([We Are The Mighty](), [The Wall](), YouTube) ## Author Team Mighty's experience encompasses intel, special ops, military history, tactical expertise, aviation, gear, and weapons. Authors on Team Mighty include veterans, spouses, and active and reserve service members from every branch of the military, as well as former CIA employees.