Rob Furlong

Rob Furlong
Born (1976-11-11) 11 November 1976
Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Canada
AllegianceCanada
BranchCanadian Army
Service years1997–2004
RankCorporal
UnitPrincess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry
ConflictsWar in Afghanistan
AwardsBronze Star Medal (United States)
Other workEdmonton Police Service

Rob Furlong (born 11 November 1976) is a Canadian former military sniper who, from March 2002 until November 2009, held the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill in combat, at 2,430 m (2,657 yd). His record stood for over seven years until surpassed by British soldier Craig Harrison with a distance of 2,475 m (2,707 yd).

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