Setting up a simulated M18 Claymore mine during day two
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Caleb Rawlings, assigned to 1st Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment and V Corps, sets up a simulated M18 Claymore mine during day two of the U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) Best Squad Competition at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Aug. 21, 2025. Day two included Expert Infantry Badge/Expert Soldier Badge (E2B) training. E2B consists of various physical and mental tasks such as expert physical fitness assessment, day and night land navigation, day and night land navigation, weapons, medical and patrol procedures, and a 12-mile ruck march. Teams representing units from across USAREUR-AF will test their tactical proficiency, communication, and overall cohesion as they compete for the title of Best Squad. Winners of this competition will advance to compete at the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Josefina Garcia)