Chris Kyle The 214 Mile Tribute 'America's Deadliest Sniper'

Many Americans are only now hearing about the legendary exploits of former Navy SEAL Chris Kyle, who was killed in Texas Sunday, but Kyle earned a reputation as a hero among his colleagues and a terror to his enemies years ago on distant battlefields.

With more than 150 confirmed kills, Kyle was undisputedly the deadliest sniper in American history before he left the military in 2009. He wreaked such havoc on Iraqi insurgents during the Iraq War that they reportedly nicknamed him the Devil of Ramadi and put a $20,000 bounty on his head.

In his memoir, "American Sniper," published early last year, Kyle wrote about what was to become his most famous shot -- taking out an RPG-wielding insurgent at 2,100 yards. The kill was one of the longest sniper shots in history. At such distances, snipers have to take the rotation of the earth into account when making their calculations.

"Maybe the way I jerked the trigger to the right adjusted for the wind... Maybe gravity shifted and put that bullet right where it had to be," he wrote.

Brandon Webb, who helped instruct Kyle in the SEAL sniper course early in his career, told ABC News Kyle may go down in history "as one of the world's most accomplished military snipers," but he always remained humble.

"He didn't want to publicize the number of kills," Webb said on "Good Morning America." "It was about the lives he saved in Iraq."

Chris Kyle wowed us with his skills on the first season of NBC's Stars Earn Stripes, where he and his partner, Dean Cain made it into the finale. Tragically, the former Navy Seal, who is also known as the most lethal sniper in The United States, was shot and killed.

I dedicate this video to my mother and father. I miss you so much!!!

[edwardlopez]

I was there when he was in Iraq and because of him I am here today. Thank you Chris. I will see in heaven with all those I lost in my 3 tours in Iraq.

[pipersson]

*Respects from the People of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. And my thanks to the 'Police, Bikers, Pipers and all who turned out for this show of respect, including the Firemen on the Bridge, the guy on the corner stood alone saluting the hearse as it passed, My Friend America, and My England, I love you all. Respects*.

[kalebsdumb]

This man, served our country we have the upmost respect for you sir. You died trying to help, you died doing a good deed and being awesome as always. May you rest in peace.

[deusvult]

I'm not an American, but I really feel how great he is . I don't know why I'm crying . Damn Ninjas cutting onions in the air again . Respect to all the Soldiers !

[lukeconer]

R.I.P sir, you did your country proud. same here in England, god bless you America for giving us this man, pure soldier. Respect.

[fishfishington]

I hope people remember how many kids have their fathers because of this hero. Thank you Chief Kyle.

[johnschuldheisz]

Brought tears to my eyes. The support and people lining the highway giving tribute to an American Hero was awesome.

Never forget.

[traceyarentt]

Chris what happen to you was so tragic it should have never happened. You did good brother . You will never be forgotten.

[etphonemeplz]

With great pride, my daughter and I stood together on the north side of Temple, Tx to support this hero as he traveled to his final resting place.... One of the most wonderful things I ever experienced! Watching the trail of lights come over the hill as they escorted him, it was BEAUTIFUL!!!! Cried through the whole procession!!! I see the people we were standing with in this video!!! R.I.P. Chris Kyle!!!

[evgenijlikantsev]

Each country has its own heroes, legends. You are a real warrior of your homeland. Rest with Honor brother. Your brother from Russia.

[maddog-pxgq]

Thank you for making this video. I cried tremendously, I dont cry often. But when I do, its because of my hero. I may not know Chris Kyle personally, but he is a respected man that I look up to!

[douglaslloyd]

Chris Kyle is just a fantastic American hero. I visited his grave on Chris Kyle day and actually met one of his Seal team members. Although I was in Naval Aviation and flew off of aircraft carriers, I told the guys at the cemetery that I couldn't hold a candle to them. And I meant it.

[abriannayoung]

I knew him, which made watching this 100 times harder. His Memorial at the Stadium was touching. I was there. I'm pretty sure I cried just as hard watching this video as being at the memorial. Thank you for posting this Cowboy Dave!

[kellyhall]

After all these years and many times of watching this video, it still stirs my pride to be a Texan (Bosque County). We Texans know how to honor our heroes.

[taniamariemendiola]

This is one of the best tributes....I was a blubbering mess when i watched this especially with the added music....thank you....i have watched this several times and it always catches me....my 15 year old son is just learning about him and he is actually reading his book....he is a proud american, a patriot and planning to join the military(crossing my fingers)...

[joshroth]

this made me cry man my dad met him so as i before he past he was a good man ily him very much he was like a brother to me man.

[Krystal-tegv]

This makes me cry 4yrs later. Thats a beautiful service

[Alien_Innovate]

I am a Cuban immigrant, a proud American citizen. I love the USA, I love the flag, I love your people, I love your story, I love your heroes. I will always be grateful for the opportunity to live in this great country, "God bless America"

[donw]

God rest your soul sir. Thank you for your service. With respect - a Navy veteran.

[maxpayne_ger]

Rest in peace chris. Salute from Germany