Tech. Sgt. Justin Kumor, a special reconnaissance specialist with the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Special Tactics Squadron, takes up a defensive position during an exercise in Grubbnäsudden, Sweden, Jan. 19, 2022. Fifteen members from the 123rd STS — including combat controllers; pararescuemen; special reconnaissance personnel; search, evasion, resistance and escape troops; and support Airmen — came here to build upon their relationship with European partners during an arctic warfare training course. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Phil Speck)