During a land navigation exercise in Alaska on April 28, 2026, Army Sgt. Zachariah Clark, a combat medic with the 11th Airborne Division, responded to a bear mauling that injured two soldiers. Clark, who was also participating in the exercise, organized nearby soldiers, instructed them in bear safety, and coordinated first aid using their personal first‑aid kits because his medic kit was not on hand. He triaged the wounded, directed others who had combat lifesaver training, and provided clothing to prevent hypothermia. Air Force medevac and security forces arrived, and Clark helped transfer the casualties for helicopter evacuation. After the operation he ensured all personnel and equipment were accounted for before returning to the starting point.
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