Vietnam War Marine Operations

Images depict U.S. Marines in action during the Vietnam War, focusing on tactical discussions, hydration strategies, and combat operations.

Lance Corporal Odier from the 3rd Battalion, 9th Regiment, based in Diton, Ohio, is seen swiftly changing his M-14 rifle during an operation on the MACON. This photograph showcases the use of US weapons by the MARINE CORPS during the Vietnam War.

"Captain Richard V. Hunt (center), commanding officer of B Company, 3rd Marine Regiment, discusses tactical strategies with Major General Levis W. Walt (left), III Marine Amphibious Force commander, and General Wallace M. Greene, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps. January 7, 1966."

US Marine in Vietnam enjoying a refreshing drink from a wild coconut during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. Coconuts were a valuable source of hydration for soldiers in the tropical climate. Photograph taken by the US Department of Defense (Marine Corps).

Marines from D Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment pursue two Viet Cong across a stream during a combat operation in Vietnam. The photograph, taken on July 5, 1966, shows Sergeant J. A. Rivas and Lance Corporal T. M. Clark in action. This image captured the ongoing military activities during the Vietnam War. Defense Department photo by Marine Pfc. Cole.

Marines load rice into an LVT (amphibious vehicle) for safe delivery to a warehouse in Vietnam, on September 28, 1965. The purpose was to keep the rice out of the hands of the Viet Cong. This image highlights the People to People interactions between American military personnel and civilians during the Vietnam War. Photo credit: 1stLt. Beebe, U.S. Department of Defense.

Major R.L. Pelichoff prepares to load Pay-Ops leaflets into a light plane during Operation Morgan in Vietnam, May 21, 1966. The leaflets were used as part of a propaganda campaign by the U.S. Defense Department and the Marine Corps. Photograph by PFC Mincemoyer. (Source: Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War)

Lance Corporal Odier from the 3rd Battalion, 9th Regiment, based in Diton, Ohio, is seen swiftly changing his M-14 rifle during an operation on the MACON. This photograph showcases the use of US weapons by the MARINE CORPS during the Vietnam War.

Marine Corps artillery crew members, GMGS Danny B. Jansen and SA Robert Dubarns, are seen in this photograph taken in May 1970 during the Vietnam War. The image captures them in the center gun room, lowering an 8" projectile into the artillery barrel. This photo is part of the 1st Marine Division's activities recorded under Defense Department's Marine Corps branch.

US personnel providing medical aid to a Marine injured by a booby trap in Vietnam on July 29, 1966. Pfe. Donald R. Snyder from Haven, Kansas, and "Doc" Haney from San Diego, California, are shown administering first aid. Photograph taken by Pfe. Brown, Medical Corps. Department of Defense photo, Marine Corps. (A369244)

U.S. Marines from Company H, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines are pictured during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. The image shows dusty trails and Marines with tired feet, highlighting the challenging conditions they faced during combat. This photograph was taken by the Defense Department and is part of the Military Activities during the Vietnam War collection.

A marine from the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines fires from the hip while rushing on line to attack an enemy position during Operation Jackson in the Quang Ng i Province, Vietnam, on August 29, 1966. The marine's assistant provides cover fire with a base of fic. US weapons are seen in use.

Marines from the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, are seen crossing a rice paddy while on patrol outside of the Khe Sanh air base in Vietnam on October 14, 1966. This photo was taken by Sgt. McVeigh and is part of a series documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

U.S. Marines conduct a search operation during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. Marines from Company H, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines search Vietnamese homes for tunnels suspected to be hiding places for Viet Cong soldiers. The operation was an effort to gather intelligence and disrupt enemy activities in the area. The photo was taken by the U.S. Department of Defense.

A marine's mortar team fires into the tree line on January 7, 1966, during the Vietnam War. They are responding to automatic rifle fire that the platoon was receiving. This image was captured by photographer E. C. Wolford Jr. and is an official Defense Department photo by the Marine Corps.

Photograph showing Major General Lewis W. Walt being welcomed by Diplomat Kim Le Bat, Thuy Phu village chief, and an assistant village chief during a visit near Hue-Phu Bai in Vietnam on July 10, 1965. The image was taken by WO Jim Smith and is part of the Defense Department's photo collection.

"Mr. Frank Goffio, Executive Director of CARE, distributing gifts to refugees in a camp near Danang during his visit with Marine units. March 21, 1966. This interaction falls under the People to People initiative during the Vietnam War. (Photographer: Cpl. Atherton, Defense Dept. Photo - Marine Corps)"

Colonels Wilson and Mitchell, along with Major D. Filmore, the 8-3 officer for the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, observed a terrain map during Operation Wyoming on April 30, 1966. The photograph captures a moment of map reading and planning, highlighting the military personnel's focus and attention to detail during the Vietnam War.

Marines providing medical aid to injured Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War. The photograph captures Corpsmen rendering necessary medical attention to wounded individuals. This image illustrates the humanitarian efforts undertaken by American troops during the conflict. Released by the Defense Department, the picture showcases the collective commitment towards providing medical assistance.

A Marine Corps ONTOS tank searches a beach during Operation Starlight in Vietnam on August 18, 1965. Vietnamese fishermen can be seen continuing their daily tasks despite military activities. This photograph was taken by Sgt. L. Choate and is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) with the identification number A185826 TWB 127 GVB-329.

Photograph showing the aftermath of a Viet Cong attack on K Battery, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, in Danang, Vietnam on April 17, 1966. The image displays the damaged area and provides evidence of the attack. This Defense Department photo was taken by Pfc. Dagman.

US marines set up a Battalion Support Area during Operation Double Eagle in January 1966. This photograph, taken by Sgt. J.A. Reid, captures a scene from this combat operation conducted by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam.

A Vietnamese elder patiently waits for his turn to be rescued via helicopter during an evacuation operation led by the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam on August 8, 1966. This photograph was taken by Pfc. Mincemoyer and is a part of the Defense Department's collection (Marine Corps).

Private First Class Richard A. Hunt, from Merrill, Oregon, of the 2nd Platoon, I Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, is seen playing with a Vietnamese boy during a river blockade of the Torane River near Danang. This interaction occurred on November 24, 1965, and demonstrates the "People to People" initiative.

Marines engage in combat during the Vietnam War in 1965. This photograph, taken by the Department of Defense, shows Marines from the 3rd Marine Division involved in military operations in Vietnam. The image captures the intense and dangerous environment in which the Marines operated during the conflict.

A Marine from "1" Company, 3rd Battalion, Fourth Marines, carries a 60mm mortar on his shoulder during a Sparrow Hawk mission in northern Dong Ha, Vietnam on March 17, 1967. This photograph was taken by photographer Weimar from the Defense Department.

Field hospital ward at 3/7 Battalion CP, near Duo Pho, during MEDCAP 1967. Two wards could accommodate 36 patients. Taken by Cpl. C. D. Mincamoyer on February 8, 1967, in Vietnam. Defense Dept. Photo (Marine Corps) A369850 127 GVB-246.

Vietnamese elders waiting for their turn to evacuate to safety during the Vietnam War. This photograph captures the scene of an evacuation on August 8, 1966, in PHP Vietnam. The photo was taken by PFC Mincemoyer and is a Defense Dept. photo by the Marine Corps.

Korean Marine Corps Swing Band performs their final show in the 3rd Marine Division area at Headquarters Battalion, Vietnam, on May 23, 1966. The band, consisting of infantryman, entertains troops when not on operations throughout Vietnam. This photograph was taken by SSgt. Looney in Vietnam. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A187117.

Trucks engulfed in flames as soldiers battle fires during a rocket attack by the North Vietnamese Army. The incident occurred on August 28, 1967, in Vietnam's 3rd Marine Division. The photo, taken by L.P. Brown (L/Cpl), captures the intense moments of the military activity. This official Defense Department photo is classified as A193855.

Marines from F Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Regiment, are seen passing through a gate during Operation Apache on June 12, 1966. The operation took place in the Phu Duc area and was conducted by the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by ICpl. Linton and is an official Defense Department photo.

Members of "B" Company, 3rd Antracs, load personal gear of a local civilian from Pho Nan Thoung village prior to the Marines from "H" Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines sweeping through the village. June 19, 1965, Danang, Vietnam. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) .

In this photograph taken in 1966 during Operation Macon, tanks are seen being boarded by Marines of D Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, preparing to pursue Viet Cong militants. The location is approximately 14 miles south of Danang, Vietnam. The image was captured by LCpl. Finnell and is part of the Defense Department's photo collection.

United States Marines and Vietnamese soldiers from the Joint Action Company conduct a joint patrol, searching the waters of the Song Nong River, 7 miles south of Hue-Phu Bai during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken on September 25, 1965 and captures a moment of cooperation between the two forces.

A Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines navigate dense brush during a patrol in Ghi Inh, Vietnam on May 30, 1965. The photograph reveals the challenges faced by the Marines in traversing the terrain and potential ambushes. This operation aimed to clear the island of Viet Cong. Photo taken by Sgt L. D. Choate, Defense Dept. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A184476.

American soldier displaying a captured weapon from the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War in 1966. Photographed by SSgt. Looney from the Defense Department. This image is part of a series documenting American military activities in Vietnam during the 1960s. (Caption: A187114 ZVA)

155mm Howitzers of M Battery, from the 3rd Armored Division in Vietnam, are pictured in January 1966. The photograph, taken by SSgt. Looney, shows the artillery pieces prepared for action, awaiting the order to fire. This image exemplifies the military activities during the Vietnam War. (Caption: Defense Department photo from the Marine Corps archives.)

Marines from "Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines" participate in an operation to clear and sweep the banks of the Nong River in the Hue Phu Bai district of Vietnam. The photograph shows Marines navigating through jungle and streams, reflecting the challenging conditions faced by American troops during the Vietnam War.

Major General Wood B. Kyle presents the Legion of Merit award to Colonel R. L. Hayes, who served as the commanding officer of the 3rd Marine Regiment in Vietnam. This photograph captures the ceremony, showing the military personnel and their distinguished honors.

US Marine soldiers in Vietnam during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. The soldiers, belonging to Company E, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines of the 3rd Marine Division, are seen here checking the identification cards of villagers in order to identify draft dodgers and Viet Cong members. Photograph taken by the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

"Navy Hospital Corpsman Ernest Newsom (Nashville, Tenn.) treats a Vietnamese girl for an ear infection at Cam Ne village in January 1966. Captain Lyndell M. Orsburn (Newport, Ark.), K Company commander, accompanies every sick call to help the Vietnamese as the company patrols the village, targeting Viet Cong insurgents. A186603 rwa."

Marine Corps 1st Lieutenant Robert Benito rushes to aid one of his men, severely wounded by heavy Viet Cong fire during Operation COLORADO on August 11, 1966. The image captures the intensity and danger that soldiers faced in combat during the Vietnam War.

A Company, Anti-tanks Battalion, firing heavy artillery onto the Viet Cong in the valley near Phu Bal, South Vietnam. This image was captured on October 7, 1965, as part of American military activities during the Vietnam War. The photo was taken by Sgt. Reid from the 3rd Marine Division.

"Sign erected at the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment's command post in Vietnam, dedicated to Staff Sergeant Peter G. Connor who sacrificially shielded his platoon from a grenade blast. Lieutenant Colonel William K. Horn and Sergeant Major Charles H. Poorman appear in the photograph. June 14, 1966."

Marines from the 3rd Marine Division are seen on the road connecting Red Beach to a helicopter landing area in Danang, Vietnam on April 14, 1965. They are preparing to be airlifted to Hue. The photo, taken by Sgt. Hallaban, is an official Defense Department image and part of the Marine Corps archives.

Marines from the 3rd Marine Division land near the demilitarized zone during Operation Hastings in July 1966. The helicopters in the image are CH-53s. This multi-battalion operation resulted in 140 North Vietnamese casualties and the capture of ammunition and medical supplies. Defense Department photo taken by LCpl. Nahoney.

"Major General Louis B. Robertsher, Commanding General of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, wipes the brow of a wounded Marine during Operation KASEINS3. Hospitalman Daniel J. Baton, attached to the 3rd Marine Division, administers glucose to the wounded man. General Robertsher was visiting Marine ground units near Hue, Vietnam in July 1966."

Sergeant Muliman Tela of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines briefs his fire team leaders in the rain during the Vietnam War. The individuals in the photo are Private First Class Jose Pacheco, Sergeant Tela, Lance Corporal Charles Landaur, and Corporal Richard Milton. The photograph was taken on September 19, 1965 in the Vietnamese province of Quảng Nam.

Marines from M Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Regiment, fire their 155mm howitzer at Viet Cong positions during Operation Prairie I on October 24, 1966. The photograph was taken by Sgt. McVeigh and shows the action near Dong Ha, about eight miles northarest of the city. This event occurred during a military mission close to the demilitarized zone.

Helicopters CH-46 from H-165 of the USS Tripoli LPH-10 are captured landing at a site near Hue to collect Vietnamese Marines during the Lom Son-72 operation. This joint operation between the United States and South Vietnam took place in June 1972 and involved the 3rd Marine Division at Camp Butler, Okinawa. The photograph was taken by Cpl S.G. Lively Narine and is part of a negative collection under IC3-130-1671-72. It was released by the Defense Department and has the identification number A800682.

Lance Corporal Scott A. Mandigo holds his company Colors while 1st Lieutenant Thomas W. Hebert reads a Catholic Mass. The photo was taken on November 10, 1970, in Vietnam by Sgt D. L. Paulus. Mandigo is a member of Communication Company, Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division. Caption: Lance Corporal Mandigo and Lieutenant Hebert during a Catholic Mass in Vietnam.

Marine infantrymen from F Company, Seventh Marines, board UH-34D helicopters for a sweep and clear operation during the Vietnam War in 1965. This photograph captures the moment as the helicopters are loading up the infantrymen before transporting them to Viet Cong territory near the hamlet of Cu Mong.

U.S. Marines from Company 4, 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, part of the 3rd Marine Division, are seen standing guard over an arms cache discovered south of the DMZ during Operation Scotland II, also known as Trousdale North. The photograph was taken on September 19, 1968, by Sgt M. Padilla. Defense Department photo by Harold Domeier.

Marine personnel from the 4th Marine Regiment deliver a message to the Viet Cong during a strike in Phu Bai, Vietnam on July 1, 1966. The image shows a UH-34 helicopter of HM-265, Marine Air Group (MAG)-16, releasing the Marine for his mission. DEFENSE DEPT.PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A421315 cou 127 GVB-222.

Marines from the 2nd Platoon, I Company, 3rd Battalion, 9th Marines, conducting a sweep and clear operation in a village in the Thanh Troung area, 10 miles west of Danang, during Operation Skull. In this photo, they are seen inspecting a village hut as part of their mission.

A 60mm Mortar Team from the 3rd Infantry Division fires in Vietnam on January 7, 1966. The team is seen firing into the tree line while being targeted by sniper fire. This photograph, taken by H. G. Wolford Jr., captures the intense military activities during the Vietnam War. (Source: Defense Department, Marine Corps)

A Marine presents gifts to Sisters Hazy Sabina and Mary Elizabeth at the Phu-xuan Convent and Caphanage. The 3rd Marine Division has sponsored the orphanage since April 1966. Photograph taken on February 18, 1967 by Sgt. T.F. Burch. (Defense Dept. Photo, Marine Corps, A288397)

A candid photograph taken on August 9, 1965, shows Master Sergeant Frank Baker, from Albemarle, North Carolina, at the controls of an armed Huey helicopter. MSgt. Baker was one of the few enlisted pilots in the Marine Corps, and the only one flying combat missions in Vietnam at that time. The photograph was taken by Sergeant H. Savatt from the Marine Corps.

UH-34 helicopters are seen departing from the landing zone after dropping off Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment during Operation Colorado. This photo was taken on August 15, 1966, as a part of the activities of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam.

Marine bandsmen from the 1st Marine Division Band participate in a civic affairs program in the Republic of Vietnam. The photo is dated April 16, 1966. They are seen marching and playing in a Drum and Bugle Corps. Photo credit to Pfc. Mincemoyer, Defense Dept. Photo (Marine Corps).

A chaplain, attached to the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, distributes hard candy to improve morale in the My Loe area of Vietnam during Operation Morgan. Photo taken on May 22, 1966, by Cpl. Gaspard, and released by the Defense Department. MARINE CORPS, A369123.

"Reconnaissance Marines and their German shepherd vardog preparing for a two-day patrol into Viet Cong territory. They are seen sitting in the cabin of a Marine helicopter from MAG-16's IBM-365, bound to the landing zone (IZO). Photo taken by R.W. Savatt, Jr. on July 16, 1965, during the Vietnam War."

A U.S. Marine, part of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, uses a mine detector to check for Viet Cong caves during Operation Utah on March 6, 1966. The photograph shows the importance of mine sweepers and disposal in the Vietnam War.

Aerial view of Hill #41, the re-supply area for Operation Mallard in 1966. This photograph, taken by LCpl. Wolford of the Defense Department, shows the activity and infrastructure at the hill during the Vietnam War. It is an overhead perspective of the military operations taking place at Hill #41.

Viet Cong damage to HAG 16 helicopters at Marble Mountain landing pad. The photograph was taken on October 28, 1965, by Lt. D. L. Basba of the 3rdMarDiv. This image is a 35mm negative depicting the aftermath of the attack. It shows the extent of the damage inflicted on the helicopters by Viet Cong forces.

Caption: A photograph taken by Pfe. Horman on June 12, 1966 during Operation Apache in Vietnam. It shows the destruction of a Viet Cong prisoner of war camp by E Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. The camp was well-hidden on a mountain slope, making it difficult to detect from the air. This image captures the aftermath of the successful operation.

Fire at Dong Ha Fuel Dump in Vietnam resulting from a rocket attack. This photograph, taken on August 28, 1967, depicts the aftermath of the attack. LCpl L.P.Brown, a photographer with the 3rdMerDiv, captured this image. It is part of the documentation of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

American Marines from the 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Division patrol through Dong Son, Vietnam in June 1965. The image shows Marines crossing streams as they navigate the trails in the northern and northwest areas of Danang. The constant crossing of streams and trails posed a challenge for the soldiers.

A soldier from the 1st Engineer Battalion in Vietnam conducts a demolition disposal operation. He is seen placing a block of TIF (TNT improvised formulation) on an anti-tank mine and activating the fuse ignitor. This photograph was taken on January 9, 1967.

Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt and Lieutenant General Robert E. Cushman visit the Hoa Khan Children's Hospital in Vietnam. They observe the large number of children receiving care at the hospital, which is operated by the Marine Force Logistic Command. This photo was taken in 1968 during the Vietnam War.

Major General Levia W. Walt discusses strategy with the commanding officer of E Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, during Operation HARVEST MOON in Vietnam. The photo was taken on December 10, 1965, at the 3rd Marine Division by LCpl. Lookabaugh. It is a Defense Department photo.

Ambassador Foeter Wilkenson and Major General Donn J. Robertson visiting Hill 55, Seventh Marines in Vietnam, on July 2, 1967. They were accompanied by Photographers Sgt G.D. Sullivan. The photograph was taken by the Defense Department (Marine Corps) and carries the identification number GVB-27/8-183-67 A370288. Its main subjects are officers and officials including Hubert Humphrey, Gen William Westmoreland, and Sen Harry F Byrd.

Marines of Battalion Landing Team 3/4 in Hue, Vietnam on April 14, 1965. The photo shows the Marines awaiting orders to move to the positions previously held by Marines of 2/3. This image captures the combat situation during the Vietnam War. Photograph by GySgt. R. F. Ayers. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A183889.

Marine Lance Corporal Thomas M. Sheldon probes the shoulder of a road near Hill 55, Vietnam, after his mine detector sensed a metal object. Cpl Sheldon is a member of one of the mine sweep teams operated by "A" Co., Seventh Engineers. This photograph was taken in November 1970.

Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks to Marines aboard the USS Repose during a visit to DaNang in 1968. This image captures a briefing session between General Walt and frontline troops during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A801284.

Entertainer Miss Diane Findlay performs for troops of the 5th Marine Regiment during a USO show in Vietnam on July 17, 1966. This photograph captures a moment of the American military's activities during the Vietnam War. The image showcases the efforts to provide entertainment and boost morale among the soldiers deployed in Vietnam.

Farewell ceremonies held at the Danang Air Force Base for the 3rd Marine Division on November 3, 1969. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale are seen in the photograph. General officers are seen bowing their heads in memory of the fallen Marines who served in the 3rd Marine Division during the Vietnam War.

Marine Corps personnel evacuating refugees from the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in Vietnam on June 1, 1967. To date, 10,600 refugees have been relocated by the Marines. This photograph was taken by Gysgt B.L.Owens, and it is an official Defense Department photo.

Marine Captain Douglas P. Light assumes the position inside his damaged Phantom jet after being hit by an enemy 50 caliber bullet. The bullet penetrated the cockpit, ripped through his gear, and punched a hole in the aircraft's seat before exiting. This photo was taken in June 1968 during Gregory "Pappy" Boyington's visit to his old squadron.

Lieutenant General Victor H. Krulak talks to his son, Naval Chaplain Victor H. Krulak, Jr., at the headquarters of the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment in Vietnam on September 3, 1966. Chaplain Krulak had just conducted a worship service that General Krulak attended. This photo was taken by Cpl. Ferriera and is a Defense Department photo.

A Marine from G Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, jumps out of a UH-34 helicopter during Operation COLORADO in Vietnam on August 15, 1966. The photograph was taken by SSgt. Fleetwood and is part of the Defense Department's collection (Marine Corps).

A U.S. Marine stands beside a "Sea Knight" helicopter in the An Hoa area of Vietnam in June 1966. The helicopter transported a shipment of rice to the area. This photograph, labeled as "Defense Dept. Photo - Marine 11871 XU," was taken by photographer Cilles.

Soldiers attend a Mine Warfare School at the First Division during the Vietnam War. The image captured the use of mines and booby traps by the Viet Cong. The photo is dated December 7, 1966, and was taken by Sergeant J. McKinley. It is a Defense Department photograph (Marine Corps), negative number 127 GVB-259 REAR.

Captain Carl R. Ingebretsen, officer in charge of Mobile Unit 10, Data Processing, is seen reading the tape produced by the 1403 Printer on November 17, 1965, in Danang, Vietnam. This image was captured by 88gt. R. White, a US Marine Corps photographer. (Source: Defense Dept. Photo - A186171)

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines are pictured boarding helicopters on April 10, 1965, at Denang, Vietnam. The troops were being transported to Hue, Phu Bai. The photograph was taken by Gysgt. Hallahan and is an official Defense Department photo (MARINE CORPS) A185056.

"Marines from C Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, participating in Operation CORMORAPT, navigate the Song Cu De River, located 14 miles north of Danang in Vietnam in 1966. During this eight-day mission, the Marines recorded five enemy kills as they searched for the Viet Cong."

U.S. Marine Captain Williem H. Bond and Captain Robert R. Anderson discuss tactical plans with a company executive officer at the 4th Vietnamese Marino Battalion headquarters near Saigon. The advisors live with the Vietnamese officers and share native foods. December 31, 1965. Photo by Mgt. W. Stewart.

Marines from Charlie Co., First Battalion, Savanth Regiment getting water and "C" rations in the field during the Vietnam War. The photo was taken on March 17, 1968, and shows the military operations related to water supply, including purification plants and re-supply. It was captured by LCpl D.J. Brusch and is part of the American military activities documentation.

A Marine soldier cleaning his rifle on the steps of a Vietnamese home during a sweep and clear operation in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on November 24, 1965 by Pfe. Durbin, and shows a member of K Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines in action.

Secretary of the Navy, Paul H. Nitz, converses with Staff Sergeant Tree, the interpreter, and Major Sing, the Vietnamese District Chief. This image was taken on July 12, 1966 in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. It is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities.

Lieutenant General Levis W. Walt, commander of the III Marine Amphibious Force, receives a Vietnamese award from Premier Nguyen Cao Ky at a ceremony in Danang on July 2, 1966. General Walt is given the National Order, 4th Class, with Gallantry Cross with Palm for his courageous leadership and dedication to Vietnamese-United States friendship.

"Three 155mm Howitzers from M Battery, 4th Battalion, 12th Regiment of the 3rd Marine Division, are seen moving into position three miles south of Phu Bai in January 1966. The photo captures the artillery's preparation before firing upon suspected Viet Cong areas. This image is a Defense Department photo taken by SSgt. Looney (Marine Corps). Image ID: A186726."

Marines of Delta Co. 1/7 maneuvering through dense foliage during Operation Stockton, 15 miles south of Da Nang Vietnam on July 29, 1967. This image, taken by LCpl J.D. Brusch, highlights the challenging terrain that American soldiers faced during combat in the Vietnam War.

"General Lewis W. Walt meets with Sub-Brigadier General Hoang Xuan Lam, Commanding General of the 2nd Infantry Division, Army of the Republic of Vietnam, Quang Ngai. Officers and officials discuss military activities during the Vietnam War, as captured on July 10, 1965 in a photograph by WO Jim Smith of the Marine Corps."

Image Caption: Viet Cong prisoners sit blindfolded after being addressed and reviewed by Premier Eguen Cao Ky at the Tam Ky Command Post. They were captured during Operation Colorado, which took place on August 16, 1966. Photo taken by SSgt G. Jones. US Department of Defense Photo (Marine Corps) A369588. 127th GVB-354 Training Unit Base.

Aerial view of the An Hoa area in June 1966 during the Vietnam War. The photograph shows the security area of the An Hoa water reservoir with buildings that serve as quarters for military personnel. This image was taken by photographer Gilles for the Defense Department.

Major E. Penico of the 2nd LAAM Battalion, 1stMarDiv in Vietnam, distributes seeds and farm tools to Vietnamese villagers in the Ly Tin District. This activity is part of the People-to-People and Civil Affairs programs implemented by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. Photograph by Sgt. W. Penn. (Image A369337, Defense Department Photo - Marine Corps)

Lieutenant General Victor H. Krulak presents a Purple Heart Medal to a injured Marine from the 7th Marine Regiment in Chu Lai, Vietnam. The ceremony occurred at the medical installation and was captured on September 3, 1966 by Cpl. Ferriera. The image shows the solemnity and recognition of military sacrifice.

A photograph taken on February 4, 1966, shows a fortified cave and bunker on Nui Coa Mountain in Vietnam. The cave served as a political indoctrination camp for the Viet Cong, where more than 60 villagers were detained at a time. The captors would hold the villagers until they felt complete indoctrination had been achieved. This image was taken by SSgt. K. Kelly and is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War collection.

General Raymond G. Davis, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, is seen at breakfast in the 3rd MAB messhall during his service in Vietnam. He is seen taking sausage to accompany his pancakes. MAB Sergeant Major Mervosh can be seen next in line. This photograph was taken in 1970.

Mortar men from Company D, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, fire a round during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken in 1965 by Sgt. J. Fraley and is part of the collection depicting various American military activities during the conflict. Designed for factual reporting, this image captures a crucial aspect of the Vietnam War.

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