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U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition: E2B Lanes

Setting up a simulated M18 Claymore mine

U.S. Army Spc. Devin Schallert, an indirect fire infantryman, assigned to 4-2 Cavalry Regiment, representing 5th Corps, sets up a simulated M18 Claymore mine during day two of the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition on U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Aug. 21, 2025. Best Squad Competitions are opportunities for units to showcase their toughest soldiers in competition utilizing events based on physical, technical, and tactical abilities under stress and fatigue. Winners of this competition will advance to compete in the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Kadence Connors)

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Photo by: Pvt. Kadence Connors | VIRIN: 250821-A-IR446-1015.JPG

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