Capt. Nicholas Cooper, an Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T) assigned to 4th Cavalry Brigade, First Army, executes 3-to-5-second buddy rushes during the physical fitness event for the Gen. John J. Pershing Cup at Fort Bliss, Texas, Aug. 22, 2026. The Gen. John J. Pershing Cup is the Army’s annual premier Best OC/T competition, a rigorous four‑day event held at Fort Bliss, Texas, Aug. 21–24, 2026. The competition showcases the Army’s commitment to outpacing adversaries, validating readiness through demanding training crucibles, and reinforcing the timeless truth captured in the Azimuth: “The battlefield does not forgive weakness.” (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Julio Hernandez)
| Date Taken: | 08.22.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 08.31.2026 15:08 |
| Photo ID: | 9886146 |
| VIRIN: | 260822-A-BW296-1125 |
| Resolution: | 8192x5464 |
| Size: | 4.67 MB |
| Location: | FORT BLISS, TEXAS, US |
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