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Minuteman III ICBM operational test launch

An Air Force Global Strike Command unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile launches during an operation test at 11:49 p.m. PT Feb. 23, 2021, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. ICBM test launches demonstrate the U.S. nuclear enterprise is safe, secure, effective and ready to defend the United States and its allies. ICBMs provide the U.S. and its allies the necessary deterrent capability to maintain freedom to operate and navigate globally in accordance with international laws and norms. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Brittany E. N. Murphy)

PHOTO BY: Tech. Sgt. Brittany E. N. Murphy

VIRIN: 210223-F-TM985-1005.JPG

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Additional Details

CAMERA

NIKON D850

LENS

200.0-400.0 mm f/4.0

APERTURE

100/10

SHUTTERSPEED

10/6400

ISO

320

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