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Apr 30, 2026

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ethan Busenitz, an explosive ordnance disposal technician with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, operates an SUG-V 3-10 robot in Kvarn, Sweden, April 26, 2026. The SUG-V 3-10 robot is a small, unmanned ground vehicle that Busenitz operated during exercise Aurora 26. EOD Marines hone their skills and safety procedures for the handling and disposal of ordnance in every environment. U.S. Marines and Sailors with 2nd MLG are participating in exercise Aurora as part of the larger U.S. Army-led Sword 26 series of linked multinational exercises, which directly supports NATO's Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative concept, validates defense plans, builds a unified lethal force, and strengthens deterrence. Busenitz is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Talan Werner)

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Canon EOS R

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RF28-70mm F2 L USM

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4

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1/200

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160

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Canon EOS R

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RF28-70mm F2 L USM

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4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/200

ISO

160

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