Reconnaisance troops from the Army's rapid reaction force have been put through their paces alongside their Italian counterparts on a demanding exercise in Monte Romano, near Rome. Exercise Eagle Eye gave experts in intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (Istar) from 16 Air Assault Brigade a chance to test their full range of capabilities while sharing techniques with the Brigata Paracadutisti Folgore. The wide-ranging programme included joint training on basic skills, working together behind enemy lines using Istar and securing and marking drop and landing zones for paratroopers and helicopters.
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