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Local reserve forces as the BLUEFOR in #LivelySentry25 Well trained conscripts and reservists are the foundation of the Finnish defence capability. In the Finnish conscription system local reserve forces operate across the country. Traditionally the local reserve forces conduct tasks that involve protection of strategic targets and area surveillance. In Lively Sentry 25 -exercise the local reserve forces are conducting challenging combat mission tasks. #StrongerTogether #WeAreNATO --- Paikallisj