In a powerful display of combat readiness, a Marine Corps light armored vehicle fired its M242 25 mm main gun during a low-light live-fire training exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, on October 24, 2024. This nighttime exercise aimed to enhance the proficiency and operational readiness of Marine personnel by focusing on mission-critical skills under challenging visibility conditions.
The training underscored the Marine Corps’ commitment to maintaining a high state of preparedness, ensuring that personnel can effectively engage targets under low-light conditions, a scenario often encountered in real-world operations. The live-fire exercise is part of ongoing efforts to build adaptability and precision, equipping Marines with the skills needed to succeed in diverse combat environments.–Credit: Marine Corps Sgt. Patrick Katz