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    1st Armored Division Expert Infantry Badge candidates participate in weapons lanes [Image 3 of 5]

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    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'STARIKOV' is in a prone firing position under camouflage netting in what appears to be a training or operational environment. The soldier is equipped with full combat gear and is aiming what appears to be an M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) or similar light machine gun. The arid, open terrain visible in the background suggests a desert or semi-arid training area.

    NOVO SELO, BULGARIA

    08.31.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Alyssa Blom 

    U.S. Army V Corps

    U.S. Army Pfc. Danil Starikov, an infantryman assigned to the 36th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division, conducts a functions check on an M240B medium machine gun during the weapons lane event at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, on Sept. 1, 2026. The Expert Infantry Badge and the Expert Soldier Badge challenge Soldiers through a series of individual events designed to assess physical readiness, technical proficiency and the ability to perform under pressure. Each event tests different skills and capabilities, contributing to the development of confident, capable Soldiers and a ready force. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. Alyssa Blom)

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    Date Taken: 08.31.2026
    Date Posted: 09.10.2026 16:16
    Photo ID: 9924926
    VIRIN: 260831-A-EO599-2793
    Resolution: 5980x3987
    Size: 5.08 MB
    Location: NOVO SELO, BG
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    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear and OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is working in a fortified position surrounded by sandbags and gravel. The soldier appears to be handling detonation cord or communication wire, likely during a training exercise involving demolitions or field fortification tasks. The setting appears to be a military training range or forward operating base.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is handling a pump-action shotgun under camouflage netting, likely at a training range or tactical exercise. The soldier wears an Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH), protective eyewear, and Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with visible rank insignia of a Sergeant First Class or higher. The setting appears to be an outdoor range station with a wooden barrier and posted signage.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'STARIKOV' is in a prone firing position under camouflage netting in what appears to be a training or operational environment. The soldier is equipped with full combat gear and is aiming what appears to be an M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) or similar light machine gun. The arid, open terrain visible in the background suggests a desert or semi-arid training area.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by the name tape 'MORENO' is working with a crew-served weapon, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun or similar heavy weapon system. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including an ACU/OCP camouflage uniform, Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) with a blood type label reading 'O POS', tactical gloves, and ballistic eyewear. The setting appears to be a field training exercise with camouflage netting and a tan barrier visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform and Advanced Combat Helmet is closely examining or operating a piece of military equipment, likely a weapon system or optical/targeting device. The soldier appears focused and is working under a camouflage netting in what appears to be an arid, outdoor environment. A second soldier is partially visible in the background.

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