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    BLT 1/8 conducts an organic loitering munitions range [Image 7 of 8]

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    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are crouched on sandy ground preparing what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (drone). One service member holds the drone while the other reviews a document or checklist. The setting appears to be an outdoor field exercise or demonstration area with a red canopy tent visible in the background.

    MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    08.19.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Osmar VasquezHernandez 

    26th Marine Expeditionary Unit     

    U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Aidan Sherman, left, and Sgt. Carlos SolorzanoBentiez, both light armored vehicle crewmen with Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 8th Marines, 6th Marine Regiment assemble a Bolt-M autonomous air vehicle during an organic loitering munitions range at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 19, 2026. This evolution familiarizes Marines with BLT 1/8 with the Bolt-M AAV in order to provide commanders with a organic precision strike capability utilizing autonomous loitering munitions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Osmar VasquezHernandez)

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    Date Taken: 08.19.2026
    Date Posted: 08.24.2026 12:38
    Photo ID: 9879589
    VIRIN: 260819-M-DC083-1070
    Resolution: 5680x3787
    Size: 4.35 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Web Views: 13
    Downloads: 1

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    Three individuals in military-style camouflage uniforms are gathered in an open field, appearing to prepare or inspect a small drone/UAV. The image is shot against a bright backlit sun, creating strong silhouettes of the figures. The setting appears to be a rural or training area with treelines visible in the background.
    Two individuals, one in U.S. Marine Corps digital camouflage uniform and one in civilian tactical attire, are working together under a red pop-up canopy tent in an open field. They appear to be operating or configuring a handheld drone controller or electronic device at a folding table. The setting suggests a military field exercise or drone operations training event.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is seated at a table outdoors, appearing to review or work on materials. A civilian or contractor in tan clothing and a black cap is leaning over, pointing at or handing a document to the Marine. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or administrative station under a red canopy.
    A person in military camouflage uniform is holding a handheld drone or autonomous system controller manufactured by Anduril Industries. The device features a touchscreen display showing what appears to be a camera feed or targeting interface, flanked by joysticks and control buttons. A document bearing the Anduril logo is visible beneath the controller.
    A group of four individuals are gathered in an open grassy field operating a small drone, which is visible in flight against a clear blue sky. A red pop-up canopy tent is set up nearby with a folding table and chair, suggesting an organized outdoor operation or demonstration. Two of the individuals appear to be wearing military camouflage uniforms, while the others are in civilian clothing.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are crouching on sandy ground, assembling or preparing a multi-rotor drone/UAV for operation. A black equipment case is visible nearby, suggesting the drone was recently unpacked. In the background, additional personnel and a red canopy tent are visible at what appears to be a field training or demonstration site.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are crouched on sandy ground preparing what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (drone). One service member holds the drone while the other reviews a document or checklist. The setting appears to be an outdoor field exercise or demonstration area with a red canopy tent visible in the background.
    A quadcopter drone is captured mid-flight over an open grassy field with a treeline visible in the background. The drone features a white central body/payload module mounted on a black carbon fiber frame with four rotors. The image is sharp and well-exposed, with the drone in clear focus against a softly blurred background.

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