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Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Patrick Doody conducts a military freefall special insertion during BALTOPS 24 at Gotland, Sweden, June 7, 2024. The annual NATO maritime-focused exercise strengthens and preserves Baltic regional stability.

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