A complete lack of training and experience is demonstrated by a Russian RPG team as they exit a trench to fire a rocket propelled grenade, but their attempt only results in the serious injury or death of one of the soldiers.

This fratricide incident is the responsibility of both soldiers as the launcher operator doesn't check his back blast area, and the other soldier stands directly behind the launcher, an obvious no-no and life-threatening decision.

The man is immediately knocked to the ground, but the video clip ends before the viewer can make a determination on the level of his injuries. He's likely in bad shape. Even if he didn't die, it's very possible that he lost eyesight and sustained a significant brain injury.

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Will Killmore is a US Army combat infantry veteran and Purple Heart recipient. He has deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan with the 172nd Stryker Brigade and 173rd Airborne Brigade. Following his time in service, he successfully pursued a certificate of journalism and has been a blogger for Funker530 since 2014. Follow Will’s bad takes on Twitter