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Stress Test

Soldiers assigned to the U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School are exposed to stressful conditions while donning their gear during the Maritime Assessment Course at Fort Bragg, N.C., June 26, 2026. The course prepares candidates for the Special Forces Combat Diver Qualification Course by building water confidence, endurance and proficiency under sustained physical and psychological stress.

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