Drone operators of Ukraine’s 30th Brigade work over a Russian fighting position. The approaching drone observes a Russian firing towards an unseen enemy. The soldier sees the drone and fires, hitting but not disabling it. The drone maneuvers overhead and drops a munition near the man as he attempts to duck under the meager overhead cover. Russian soldiers begin to scramble out of the dugout like so many quail and keep running for the rear despite a second munition drop from the drone. This is yet another example of the challenge offered to both sides by drone-dropped munitions, and of the poor condition of Russian trenches.

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Cam

Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing just completed its big yearly event, an offshore race in the Gulf of Mexico with an all veteran crew. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.