U.S. Army 1st Lt. Justin Baucom conducts patrol lanes training as part of the Expert Infantryman Badge competition at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Sept. 2nd, 2025. The badge represents the highest standard of proficiency for infantry Soldiers, validating their ability to perform essential combat skills under pressure. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jonathon Downs)
U.S. Army Pfc. Darnell Howard, a public affairs specialist assigned to the 50th Public Affairs Detachment, photographs Soldiers as they train for the Expert Infantryman Badge at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Aug. 26, 2025. The badge represents the highest standard of proficiency for infantry Soldiers, validating their ability to perform essential combat skills under pressure. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jude Vogel)