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S1EP3 - The Sniper

In Episode 3 of the Irish Defence Forces Podcast we speak to Sergeant Karl Johnston of our Infantry Weapons Wing on the history, concept and uses of snipers. Karl is a sniper instructor in the Infantry Weapons Wing, Defence Forces Trining Centre. He has served overseas on numerous missions, including as a sniper in Chad.


The Irish Defence Forces Podcast aims to provide interesting content on all aspects of the Irish military. It is a production of the Defence Forces Public Relations Branch.