The first call to the final shot, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron builds combat-ready defenders

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kevin Martinez, 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron patrolman, scans the perimeter for targets with his scope at Kapaun Air Station, Germany, July 23, 2026. The field training exercise was designed to overload defenders with competing demands, forcing them to communicate effectively and navigate turbulent environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Paden Henry
VIRIN: 260723-F-OC855-1001.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z6_3

LENS

VR 70-200mm f/2.8E

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/250

ISO

200

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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