Rob Furlong
Rob Furlong | |
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| Born | 11 November 1976 Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Canada |
| Allegiance | Canada |
| Branch | Canadian Army |
| Years of service | 1997–2004 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry |
| Battles / wars | War in Afghanistan |
| Awards | Bronze Star Medal (United States) |
| Other work | Edmonton 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).