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Army Spc. David Mitchell, a cavalry scout with the 3rd Infantry Division squad competing at the Gainey Cup Competition, steadies himself on a rope obstacle during a stress shoot event at Fort Benning, Ga., May 2, 2017. The squad placed second at the 2017 Gainey Cup competition, which showcases competence, physical and mental stamina and competitive reconnaissance. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Candace Mundt

Rope Obstacle

Army Spc. David Mitchell, a cavalry scout with the 3rd Infantry Division squad competing at the Gainey Cup Competition, steadies himself on a rope obstacle during a stress shoot event at Fort Benning, Ga., May 2, 2017. The squad placed second at the 2017 Gainey Cup competition, which showcases competence, physical and mental stamina and competitive reconnaissance. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Candace Mundt

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