Edward James Land

Edward James Land
Nickname(s)Jim, EJ
Born (1935-06-04) June 4, 1935
Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1953–1977
Rank Major
Unit1st Marine Division
Battles / warsVietnam War
AwardsLegion of Merit
Other workNRA 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.

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