U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rodney Frye/Released 260106-M-AO948-1261.JPG
Feb 19, 2026
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Marco Velasco, a rifleman with 12th Littoral Combat Team, 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, swims a timed 300-meter relay during a squad competition on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2026. The squad competition evaluated Marines’ physical endurance, tactical proficiency, and small-unit leadership while reinforcing unit cohesion under pressure. One squad from each company within 12th LCT competed in a series of events to determine which Marine rifle squad most effectively demonstrated its combat capabilities. Velasco is a native of Florida. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rodney Frye)
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Canon EOS R5
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RF28-70mm F2 L USM
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2
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1/200
ISO
500
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