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Two soldiers crouch down in tall grass while aiming their weapons.

Direct Fire

Soldiers move under direct fire in a lifesaving measures training during Golden Coyote 2023 in Rapid City, S.D., June 9, 2023. The exercise sharpens the service members’ tactical skills.

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Tags: South Dakota, Army, training, Golden Coyote 2023
Credit: Army Sgt. DeAndre Pierce VIRIN: 230609-A-DJ607-1081Y.JPG

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