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    LCF-24: First Person View Neros Archer Drone Training [Image 25 of 25]

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    An explosion is occurring on a dry, grassy hillside near what appears to be a vehicle and a large metal shipping container or structure. The scene shows an active fireball with smoke rising from the point of detonation. Debris is scattered across the surrounding terrain, suggesting this may be a controlled demolition or weapons test on a range.

    CAMP SANTIAGO, PUERTO RICO

    08.13.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Payton Walley 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    A Neros Archer first-person view drone explodes on a target during first-person view drone training on Camp Santiago Joint Training Center, Puerto Rico, August 13, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, Department of War-directed operations, and the President's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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    Date Taken: 08.13.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 14:06
    Photo ID: 9901169
    VIRIN: 260814-M-MS225-1154
    Resolution: 959x639
    Size: 257.96 KB
    Location: CAMP SANTIAGO, PR
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