Chris Kyle

Former US Navy SEAL, Social Activist, Author

American Odessa, Texas, the United States of America

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Quick Info

ProfessionFormer US Navy SEAL, Social Activist, Author
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth08/04/1974
Age38 years (died on 02, Feb, 2013)
BirthplaceOdessa, Texas, the United States of America
Date of Death02/02/2013

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Bio/Wiki

Full nameChristopher “Chris” Scott Kyle
Names EarnedThe Legend, Shaitain Ar-Ramadi (Devil of Ramadi), Tex, American Sniper

Physical Stats & More

Height188 cm (6’ 2”)
Weight70 kg (154 lbs)
Eye ColorBlue
Hair ColorBlonde

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolMidlothian, Texas
College/UniversityTarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas (1992-1994)
Educational QualificationDropped agriculture studies mid-way

Personal Life

Religion/Religious ViewsChristianity

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsTaya Renae Kyle
Marriage Date16/03/2002

Family

WifeTaya Renae Kyle
Children
  • Colton Kyle (also known as Bubba)
  • Mc
  • Kenna Kyle
Parents
FatherWayne Kenneth Kyle (social activist, teacher, deacon)
MotherDeby Lynn Mercer
SiblingsJeff Kyle (retired sergeant of the United States Marine Corps)

Career

Military Career
Service/BranchUnited States Navy
RankChief Petty Officer
US Navy SEALs TeamSEAL Team 3
Service Years10 February 1999 - 2009
Military Decorations
  • Silver Star (one time)
  • Bronze Star Medal w/ Combat V and 3 Gold 5/16 inch stars (four times)
  • Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal w/ Combat V
  • Navy Unit Commendation w/ 2 service stars
  • Navy Good Conduct Medal w/ 2 service stars
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Iraq Campaign Medal w/ 3 campaign stars
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Rifle Marksmanship Medal (Expert)
Honors & Legacy
  • Texas Legislative Medal of Honor
  • Chris Kyle Memorial Foundation
  • Chris Kyle Bill
  • Commemorative sculpture in his honor
  • Chris Kyle Day
  • Grateful Nation Award (Jewish Institute for National Security Affairs)
ControversiesAccusations of defamation and unjust enrichment by Jesse Ventura

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Chris Kyle holds the record for the most confirmed kills by a U.S. sniper with 160 kills.
2. He was known as 'The Devil of Ramadi' and commanded great respect from his colleagues.
3. Kyle wrote the book 'American Sniper' that later inspired the movie of the same name.
4. Apart from sniper skills, he was passionate about hunting and excelled in baseball and soccer competitions.
5. After leaving the Navy, Kyle became the president of a tactical training company called Craft International.
6. He actively supported veterans with PTSD through different programs.
7. Controversies arose over discrepancies in Kyle's book, including accounts of his actions and awards.
8. Tragically, Kyle was fatally shot by a fellow veteran with PTSD at a shooting range.
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