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Always Ready

Army Spc. Arquavion Martin fires an M240B during a live-fire exercise in Selija, Latvia, April 29, 2026. During the exercise, squads reacted to simulated enemy fire and conducted casualty care under realistic conditions. The training prepares soldiers for modern battlefields by integrating new technology and refining strategies to counter diverse scenarios, strengthening warfighting capability and readiness.

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