FDCC tryouts begin on CLDJ

U.S. Army Soldiers pose for a photo during the French Desert Commando Course tryouts at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 22, 2025. The tryouts were held to select personnel that will represent the U.S. in the FDCC, where they will test their mental and physical endurance. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Micheala Maldonado)



By Spc. Micheala Maldonado Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa Djibouti Feb 12, 2025
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