As part of Operation Pacific Fortitude, U.S. soldiers conducted a deployment readiness exercise at the Rodriguez Live-Fire Complex in South Korea on August 5, 2024. The exercise involved firing Abrams tanks, demonstrating the U.S. military’s commitment to long-standing defense agreements with South Korea.
Operation Pacific Fortitude focuses on deploying forces, drawing and transporting equipment, and validating unit readiness. The operation underscores the U.S. commitment to its alliance with South Korea, ensuring that both nations remain prepared to address any security challenges in the region.–Credit: Army Cpl. David Poleski