World Record Sniper: What It Takes to Pass Sniper School, Life After the Military, & More | Craig Harrison

About this episode

Craig Harrison shares his experiences as a world record-holding sniper and discusses the challenges of life after military service, including mental health struggles and founding a support school for veterans.

In today's episode, Jordan sits down with Craig Harrison, a former British military sniper renowned for holding the world record for the longest sniper shot in combat history. Craig takes us through his 23-year military career, starting from his strict upbringing and early days in the Household Cavalry, to his intense deployments across Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He vividly describes the immense pressure and meticulous skill required of a sniper, culminating in the extraordinary events in Helmand Province that led to his record-breaking engagement. The conversation then shifts to the profound personal cost of his service. Craig offers an incredibly raw and vulnerable look at his severe struggles with combat PTSD, the devastating impact of traumatic brain injuries resulting from IEDs, and his harrowing battle with suicidal thoughts. He speaks candidly about the difficult journey of navigating mental health challenges, the vital importance of seeking help, and the unwavering support of his wife, Tanya. Craig also shares how he found a new sense of purpose by founding the Maverick Survival School, a nature-based retreat dedicated to helping veterans open up, connect, and…

People in this episode

Host: Jordan

Guest: Craig Harrison

Topics covered

• military service
• sniper training
• mental health
• PTSD
• veteran support
• personal struggles

Keywords

• sniper school
• combat PTSD
• military career
• mental health
• veteran support
• longest sniper shot
• traumatic brain injury
• Maverick Survival School

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Maverick Survival School

Places: Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, Afghanistan, Helmand Province

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