Edward James Land | |
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Nickname(s) | Jim, EJ |
Born | Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S. | June 4, 1935
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1953–1977 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | 1st Marine Division |
Battles / wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Legion of Merit |
Other work | NRA Secretary (1994–2015) |
Edward James Land Jr. or Jim Land (born 4 June 1935 in Lincoln, Nebraska), is a retired Marine Corps officer who was instrumental in starting the Marine Scout Sniper program.[1][2]