U.S. Army Specialist Garrett Gensler, a riflemen from 1st Battalion, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), raises his arms after splashing water on his face during a 12-mile ruck march on Fort A.P. Hill, Va., May 5, 2026. The ruck march was part of Day 1 of the 2026 Military District of Washington (MDW) Best Squad Competition, which involved three teams of five-person squads from the across MDW. The first day of the competition began with the Expert Physical Fitness Assessment and a timed 12-mile foot march. Soldiers relied on disciplined squad communications to stay synchronized and mission-focused throughout the demanding opening phase of the event. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Antony J. Martinez)
| Date Taken: | 05.05.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.11.2026 15:35 |
| Photo ID: | 9668729 |
| VIRIN: | 260505-A-DG191-2102 |
| Resolution: | 5109x4016 |
| Size: | 5.72 MB |
| Location: | FORT A.P. HILL, US |
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