Machines | Combat Engineers encounter an EFP (Explosively Formed Penetrator)

Here, Combat Engineers on a route clearance patrol in Iraq early 2008, get blasted by an EFP. No casualties, Husky minesweeper sustained minor damage. There's a healthy rivalry between combat engineers and the infantry as "Sappers" are most often (self)described as infantry with explosives. But there's no denying the many hardships of this job. The primary responsibilities for sapper's can include (but not limited to): - Mine detection - Seek and disposal of explosives - Assault and Mobility - Clearing/breaching for coalition forces