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455th AEW Photos

Forging Defenders: 379th AEW Augmentees Train to Protect the Mission

U.S. Air Force 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron augmentees practice baton strikes against a padded shield during defensive tactics instruction within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Oct. 30, 2025. Repetition with proper technique builds muscle memory that augmentees rely on during high-pressure security situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco)

PHOTO BY: Staff Sgt. Alexis Orozco
VIRIN: 251030-F-AO111-1052.JPG
FULL SIZE: 4.66 MB
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

APERTURE

28/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/125

ISO

560

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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