Chris Kyle
American war veteran and author (1974-2013)
1974 — 2013
Quick Facts
Profession
American war veteran and author (1974-2013)
Born
April 8, 1974
Died
2013 (age ~39)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
businessperson, sniper, United States Navy SEALs
United StatesBorn in OdessaDied in Erath County
1974
Born in Odessa (1974-04-08)
2013
Died in Erath County
About
Christopher Scott Kyle was a United States Navy SEAL sniper. He served four tours in the Iraq War and was awarded several commendations for acts of heroism and meritorious service in combat. He claimed to have had 160 confirmed kills and was awarded a Silver Star, four Bronze Star Medals with "V" devices for valor, two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals with "V" devices, and numerous other unit and personal awards.
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Who is Chris Kyle?+
Christopher Scott Kyle was a United States Navy SEAL sniper. He served four tours in the Iraq War and was awarded several commendations for acts of heroism and meritorious service in combat. He claimed to have had 160 confirmed kills and was awarded a Silver Star, four Bronze Star Medals with "V" de
What does the name Chris mean?+
The name Chris means "unisex given name. Etymology: Shortening of Christiaan.". It is of English origin.
When was Chris Kyle born?+
Chris Kyle was born on April 8, 1974.
When did Chris Kyle die?+
Chris Kyle died in 2013, at approximately 39 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name. Etymology: Shortening of Christiaan.
The name Chris is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name. Etymology: Shortening of Christiaan.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Chris — April 8, 1974
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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Guestbook
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
You made words do things I didn't think words could do.
— a literature student
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