U.S. Soldiers receive familiarization training and fire the M1A2 Abrams during the 2026 U.S. Army Best Squad Competition at Fort Benning, Georgia, Sept. 17, 2026. The purpose of the event is to showcase the lethality of the M1 Abrams to competitors. The annual competition tests the squad’s proficiency in warrior tasks and battle drills to identify the most cohesive, highly trained, disciplined and fit team that is ready to fight and win, while demonstrating commitment to the Army Values and Warrior Ethos. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Justice McDonald)
