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Axel, former 52nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog, rests with a new toy gifted to him during his retirement ceremony at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, July 25, 2025. The Kong toy symbolizes Axel’s transition from active duty service to retirement after years of supporting base security and force protection missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sydney Franklin)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Sydney Franklin
VIRIN: 250725-F-BK945-1104.JPG
FULL SIZE: 6 MB
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 7

LENS

24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8

APERTURE

56/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

2000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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