Combat Engineers Detonate Explosive Line Charges During Integrated Training Exercise
U.S. Marines conducted fire and anti-personnel training with line charges on range 114 in June 2024, enhancing readiness for defensive operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ethan M. LeBlanc)
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