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Images depict U.S. Marines in various operations during the Vietnam War, showcasing military coordination, healthcare assistance, and equipment recovery.

A soldier holding up a Viet Cong flag found during Operation TRAILBLAZER. The flag was discovered along with 200 pounds of documents and technical manuals by the 3rd Recon Battalion in a Viet Cong complex. This black and white photograph captures the moment during the Vietnam War.

Marine squad leader coordinates positions with fire team leaders during Operation Hilipop IV. The photograph was taken on May 11, 1966, on Mindoro Island in Vietnam. This image highlights military patrols during the Vietnam War. It was captured by Sgt. Salve and is classified under Defense Dept. Photo (Marine Corps) A369530

A soldier holding up a Viet Cong flag found during Operation TRAILBLAZER. The flag was discovered along with 200 pounds of documents and technical manuals by the 3rd Recon Battalion in a Viet Cong complex. This black and white photograph captures the moment during the Vietnam War.

U.S. Marines from L Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines conduct a search in flooded rice paddies during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. This photograph captures the efforts of American military patrols during the Vietnam War. Credit: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Marine Corps medical personnel provide healthcare services to Vietnamese civilians in Tan Duc Village during OPERATION PIRANHA, September 9, 1965. In this photo, a Medical Corpsman is tending to the needs of children and women, showcasing the American military's role in providing medical aid during the Vietnam War.

A UH-34D helicopter shot down during Operation Prairie on September 25, 1966, is being lowered to the flight deck of USS IWO JIMA for repairs. The incident occurred just south of the Demilitarized Zone during the Vietnam War. This photo captures the helicopter being returned for service.

Marine Captain Thomas E. Campbell, an advisor to the Vietnamese Marine Task Force Alpha, verifies the findings of a Vietnamese officer using a compass in the jungle terrain of Vietnam on January 20, 1966. Due to the challenging conditions, map reading becomes exceptionally difficult without the visibility of the sun and landmarks.

Marines from the 3rd Platoon navigate through a jungle trail during a combat patrol south of Danang on May 21, 1965. The photograph, taken by GySgt. Ayers Marinos, captures the intensity and challenges faced by American military personnel during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A184,285.

August 11, 1965: Corporal John A. Heffelfinger from Rock Falls, Illinois, consoles a four-year-old Vietnamese girl named "Debbie." Navy Corpsman Robert P. Dionne had "adopted" Debbie after treating her infected eye, but he was later killed in action. Debbie still visits the medical aid station, hoping to see her American friend. Photograph: Sgt. Dick Reynolds

A convoy of trucks, drivers including jeeps, & "mules," trucks and dune buggies, make their way down Route "touard Binh Son Village in Vietnam on February 5, 1967. The trucks and trailers will be assembled at a bridge that was blown up by the Viet Cong. This convoy is crucial for maintaining the flow of traffic and supplies during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken by Sgt Adin L. Cooper, and it is a defense department photo (US Marine Corps).

Lance Corporal George Craner from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, a member of the Marine Scout Dog Platoon, is seen looking into an entrance of a tunnel system in Bos, Vietnam in 1966. The photo captures the moment where Craner's dog, "Duke," alerted him to movement inside the tunnel.

Marine Brigadier General M. J. Padalino and Brigadier General James R. Jones saluting the colors during a change of command ceremony near Danang, Vietnam on October 26, 1970. General Padalino is being relieved of his duties as commanding general of FLC and will report to Headquarters Marine Corps for further assignment.

General Wallace M. Greene, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, inspects a bunker vest in Danang during his visit to Vietnam on January 7, 1966. He visited various Marine groups, regiments, and battalions within the Marine sector. Photo taken by MSgt. H. Stewart BUNKER, and it is credited to the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

US Marine Corps machine gunner Private First Class J. N. Eall, from Galard, Texas, fires at Viet Cong troops during Operation MACON. Eall's assistant gunner, Corporal R. E. Goldon from Silver Springs, Maryland, holds a belt of ammunition. This image was captured by Colonel Armstrong in 1966 during a 3rd Marine Division sweep and destroy mission, 20 miles southwest of Danang. Over a period of two weeks, Marine units recorded 122 confirmed kills. This is a Department of Defense photo, identified as A187576 127.

Caption: Viet Cong trainee suspected of association with the enemy is held captive by the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines during Operation HARVEST NOOM on December 10, 1965 in Hoi An, Vietnam. The trainee was found in possession of a wooden rifle and documents. Photograph taken by WO J. Smith.

Aerial view of the stone crusher yard in An Hoa, Vietnam taken on June 26, 1966. The smaller stones seen in the yard were utilized as beddings for the railroad tracks and buildings. This photograph is an official Defense Department photo captured by photographer Gilles, for Marine Corps activities during the Vietnam War.

A marine from Baton Rouge, LCpl H. L. Washington, rests in a tree during Operation Adair on July 1, 1967. The operation occurred 25 miles southwest of Da Nang on June 23, 1967, and was conducted by the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. This photograph is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) with the identification code A370284.

Soldiers at Mine Warfare School in Vietnam are learning about and examining a Viet Cong booby trap. This photo was taken in 1966 by LCpl. Armstrong, a photographer with the Defense Department. The trap was captured or found by the 3rd Engineer En. School of the 3rd Marine Division.

A Marine Corps UHIE helicopter takes off from Landing Zone Tom Cet. The photo was taken on May 28, 1966 during Operation Mobile. This operation involved 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, and was part of the activities of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. Photo by W. Norman, Defense Department (Marine Corps).

"Vietnamese children gather around Lance Corporal Wayne Cabana from Honolulu, Hawaii, as he plays his ukulele in 1966. The children often come together near the perimeter to listen, signaling a peaceful interaction amid the intensity of the Vietnamese Civilian Life during the Vietnam War."

Aerial view showing the 11th Marine Regiment cantonment in Vietnam on January 27, 1969. The 11th Marine Regiment is attached to Task Force Yankee, which is under the command of Assistant Division Commander BGen R.T. Dwyer of the 1st Marine Division. Photograph taken by GySgt Krueger.

"Marine Corps sniper, L/Cpl. Leonard J. Wilson of Lafayette, Indiana, is seen using his 3x9 scope to engage North Vietnamese targets during a training exercise in Vietnam on November 1, 1966. Wilson is armed with a 30-06 sniper rifle. Photograph taken by L/Cpl. E.L. Cole, provided by the Defense Department."

Marine Corps General Raymond G. Davis, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, is presented with a commemorative plaque by Lieutenant Colonel R. E. Moss, Commanding Officer of the 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines. Captain (name not mentioned), Commanding Officer of Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, is also present during the ceremony.

US Marine riflemen on Operation Utah during the Vietnam War. They are shown checking out their field of fire, with US weapons in use. This photograph captures a military activity, showcasing the reality of the war. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A193932 127 GVB-379

Major General Bruno A. Hochmuth, Commanding General of the 3rd Marino Division, cutting ribbon at the opening ceremony of the air freight facility in Vietnam on July 27, 1967. He was assisted by First Lieutenant D. R. Titus, Commanding Officer of Detachment 4, 15th Aerial Port Squadron. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps).

50 Soldiers from the 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment open a trap door over a rice vat in Vietnam on July 8, 1966. This vat contained numerous Chinese Communist grenades, which were discovered by the marines during their military activities. Defense Department photo by Cpl. Armut ng (A1875).

Helicopters from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing carrying combat-ready Marines move through a valley during a surprise attack on the Viet Cong. This August 30, 1965 photograph captures a 10-aircraft force from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron VMH-161 engaged in military activities during the Vietnam War. Photo by SSgt. R. Savatt, Defense Department (Marine Corps). A185805 M.

Sgt Ryan HM3 E. Mondoza and Lieutenant H.A. ElMondorf take a break inside an amphibian tractor during their service in Vietnam on September 12, 1967. The photograph captures a moment during their activities in III MAF Vietnam from September 12-16, 1967. This image was taken by a Defense Department photographer (Marine Corps) designated A189296 127 GVB-229.

"Marines of Echo Battery, 2nd Battalion, Eleventh Marines, firing a 105 Howitzer from a fire support base on H111 510, 35 miles west south west of DaNang. June 17, 1970. Photograph taken by GSgt. Farnell. Photo Credit: Defense Dept. (Marine Corps) - A373900-127 GVB-54."

U.S. Marines preparing for a mission during Operation War Bonet in January 1966. The photograph captures a desolate beach just moments before the Marines disembark on patrol. This image is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

Caption: Lieutenant Colonel "Bull" Fisher, Commanding Officer of the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, receives a translation of documents from a bound Viet Cong prisoner during an island clearing operation. The translation is provided by a Vietnamese Civil Affairs soldier accompanying Marine patrols. This photograph was taken on May 30, 1965 in Chu Lai, as part of the Vietnam War military activities.

Marine Corps 1stHarDiv soldiers, as depicted in this June 7, 1967 photograph, engage in Operation Union EZ in Vietnam. Members of an 81mm mortar team are seen firing at a sniper around 20 miles Southwest of Da Nang. The soldiers cover their ears due to the noise impact. (Photo credit: LCpl C.E. Acker)

General Wallace M. Greene, Jr. of the Marine Corps is seen here discussing tactical positions with Lieutenant General Nguyen Thi, the commander of Vietnam's I Corps, during a visit to the Danang sector in January 1966. The photograph was taken by Sergeant Bill Weih and is credited to the Defense Department.

Marines evacuate killed and wounded soldiers during Operation Texas. This photograph, taken by Cpl. K. Henderson in 1966, captures the intense military activities during the Vietnam War. The image shows the tragic realities of war, as servicemen are carried away to receive medical attention.

A Company, Anti-tank Battalion, Marines 3/4, unleash heavy artillery fire onto a valley overrun by Communist forces. The photograph was taken on October 7, 1965 by Sgt. Reid in South Vietnam, approximately eight miles north of Phu Bai. The Defense Department officially documented the incident under the reference number A185868.

"Marines provide protection to Vietnamese farmers during a crop harvest, as they stand guard against the Viet Cong. This photograph, taken on September 28, 1965, in Vietnam, captures the military activities during the Vietnam War. Image courtesy of the Defense Department (Marine Corps) and photographed by 1stLt. Beebe."

American entertainer Frank Sutton, known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Vince Carter in the TV show "Gomer Pyle, USMC," converses with the soldiers of E Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. The meeting took place on May 31, 1966, at Hill 1 in Vietnam. Photograph taken by Cpl. McVeigh.

Vietnamese woman drawing water from a well in a village in Vietnam. The well was constructed by the villagers themselves. This photo was taken on November 13, 1969, by LCpl Gontary of the US Marine Corps, during a mission conducted by the 10th Marine Division.

Vietnamese Master Sergeant Fiu Su receives the Navy Commendation Medal from Brigadier General Lovell E. English in Da Nang on June 30, 1966. Su was honored for his exceptional work alongside the United States Marines in combat against the Viet Cong, and his bravery, determination, and inspiring devotion were recognized and commended.

A group of Marines from Company 3/7 are seen crossing a rice paddy during Operation Foster, 38 miles south of DaNang. The photo was taken by Cpl Davenport on November 19, 1967. It is identified as Negative ID-10-324-67-2288 and is attributed to the US Defense Department.

Viet Cong prisoners captured during Operation Weld are seen in a holding compound 100 meters behind the blocking position. They are photographed on July 25, 1965, in Chu Lai, Vietnam by Sgt. L. D. Choate of the 3rd Marine Division. These prisoners are awaiting interrogation and evacuation as part of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Sign at the entrance to Camp Stephens, named after Marine Private First Class James W. Stephens who died on September 13, 1965. The camp is part of the 3rd Engineer Battalion from the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. Photograph taken on September 4, 1966, by R. S. Branham. DEFENSE DEPT.PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A187823.

Marines from the 3rd Marine Division in Dong Son, Vietnam, conduct a reconnaissance patrol on June 4, 1965. During a halt in the patrol, the Marines take a defensive position, as required by the challenging terrain. In this photo, they can be seen kneeling on a narrow, wet trail, attentively scanning the dense grass ahead. © DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A184475

Colonel J. R. Jones, commanding officer of FZSG-A, presents donated ducks to Chei Hui Villagers during the Vietnam War. The ducks were given by a New Jersey American Legion for use in the Marina Civic Action Program. The image is an official Defense Department photo taken by Cpl R.A. Lowes on October 10, 1967.

A 7th Engineer forklift is seen in this photograph from August 22, 1970, as it climbs up the ramp of an LPD (Landing Platform Dock) to load gear. The image was taken by Sgt G. J. Vojack and is part of the Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War.

Photograph taken on December 26, 1969, showing the second platoon of Lima Company, third Battalion, 26 Marines departing for a 5-day operation 10 miles northwest of Da Nang. The third and fourth platoons await their transportation to the hill 190 foothold. Defense Department Photo by LCpl Pearson.

"Combat photographer Sergeant K. B. McVeigh from the 3rd Marine Division takes a break while on patrol with A Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, around the Khe Sanh airstrip during the Vietnam War."

During Operation Indiana in 1966, Marines from B Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment captured a gun that was found loaded and ready for action. The gun was later broken down and dismantled by the Marines. This photo, taken by Pfc. M. Finnell, captures this scene as the Viet Cong retreated while being overtaken by the Marines.

A group of Marine CH-46 helicopters land near Hue in June 1972 to pick up Vietnamese Merinos who participated in the joint US and South Vietnamese operation Low Son-72. The helicopters belong to the 3rd Marine Division stationed at Camp Butler in Okinawa. This photograph was taken by Cpl S.G. Lively.

Caption: "An elderly Vietnamese civilian named George, who is FLC's oldest worker at 75 years old, stands next to his bannana trees in Danang, Vietnam on October 28, 1970. The bannana trees bear fruit approximately three times a year. This photograph was taken by Sgt. Heikkinen of the U.S. Defense Department."

A Marine, from the 3rd Platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, watches a hut belonging to the Viet Cong burn. The hut was discovered in brush along a river bank and was suspected to be a lookout point for the Viet Cong. This photo was taken on September 2, 1965, during the Vietnam War.

A battalion of Marines is seen boarding UH-34 helicopters after being airlifted by KC-130 transports from Chu Lai to Danang on September 10, 1965. This operation involved a four-hour shuffle utilizing both the larger planes and helicopters. The battalion was airlifted to take part in a mission seven miles south of Danang. Photograph taken by SSgt. R. Savatt.

"Contraband seized by 1st Marine Division personnel during the Vietnam War. This image shows a two-day collection of captured weapons and other illicit items that were intercepted while being sent through the mail. Photograph taken by Sgt Robert W. Nelson, November 6, 1969."

Lieutenant Genaral Keith B. McC cheon and Major General Edwin B. Wheeler inspect equipment displayed by Lance Corporal B. F. Andersen for a flag ceremony on April 3, 1970. The photograph shows M-52 (tractox), M127 (trailer), and other equipment. Image taken by Cpl R. F. Rappel and LCpl J. E. Threewits.

Sgt. A.L. Cooper captures the image of a CE-46 Soa Knight helicopter as it reloads supplies for troops during a field operation in Vietnam on February 6, 1967. The LST Westchester County (1167) served as an ISA (Intermediate Support Area) for troops operating south of Binh Son. This is an official Defense Department photo.

An amphibious tractor from Company "A", Third Amphibian Tractor Battalion, First Marine Division, transports supplies down the beach after being loaded. The supplies were airlifted on October 6 by UH-34D helicopters from the First Marine Aircraft Wing as part of the Korean Marines Operation Dragon Fire. The photo was taken on October 10, 1967. (Image source: Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps, ID# A421897)

A group of Marines patrolling through a bombed Viet Cong village during Operation MONTGOMERY in May 13, 1966. They discovered a tunnel entrance hidden inside a destroyed house. Marine engineers used explosives to seal the tunnel permanently. This photograph, designated as A369300, was taken by Sgt. Salve and is part of the 1D-10-133-66 collection of American military activities in Vietnam.

Marines taking a break in between patrols during Operation Deckhouse VI. This photograph captures a moment of rest and recuperation for the soldiers amidst the intensity of combat.

Temporary office buildings and Marine tents are seen at An Hoa in June 1966 during the Vietnam War. This aerial photograph captures the military activities of the 3rd Marine Division, highlighting the logistics and infrastructure established in the area.

A-4 Skyhawk aircraft at the VMA-311 flight line during Operation Piranha in September 1965. This photograph, taken by the Defense Department, shows the 3rd Marine Division's activities in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

Tanks from 3rd Tank Company move along a trail with Marine troops of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines on a corridor east of Con Thien in Vietnam. The photograph, taken on January 20, 1969, shows the military activities during the Vietnam War. It is a 35mm negative captured by photographer Patterson and belongs to the Defense Department Photo collection.

Lieutenant Colonel De, the commanding officer of the 9th Battalion Vietnamese Marine Corps, is engaged in a conversation with his United States Marine Advisors, Captain Alastair Livingston and Major Paul Carlson. The discussion is centered around their participation in the military operation known as Loa Son-72. This photograph was taken on September 8, 1972 at Camp Butler in Okinawa by GySgt. R.E. Priseler.

Marines from "E" Company, part of the 2nd Battalion, 4th Regiment, ascend Nui Dau for an observation post during Operation Double Eagle, taking place in January 1966. This combat operation was conducted by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by Sgt. Reid and is an official Defense Department photo.

In this photograph taken during the Vietnam War, medical corpsmen from the 3rd Marine Division provide medical care to wounded Vietnamese civilians. The image showcases the dedicated efforts of the American military personnel to offer aid and support in a war-torn environment. Photo credit: Defense Department, Marine Corps, A185398 ZUM 127 GVB-246.

Vietnamese mother and child slain during a Viet Cong terrorist attack on June 11, 1970. The photograph captures the aftermath of the attack, highlighting the grim reality of casualties during the Vietnam War. Image taken by Sgt. H. Berkowitz, Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A373264.

Lieutenant Colonel J. R. Galinan, commanding officer of the 2nd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, and Staff Sergeant C.F. Bulter, Civil Affairs NCO, providing Vietnamese school supplies and a school carrying bag to a small Vietnamese girl during the official opening of the new Le Dong school. Photograph taken on August 16, 1966, by W.C. Hough as part of American military activities in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.

US Marine machine gunner and his assistant laying down suppressing fire on enemy positions near the village of Dinh, just 500 yards from the demilitarized zone. The photograph was taken in 1966 and captured US weapons in use during the Vietnam War. (Photographer: PFC COL DEADLY DUG, 1st Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment)

American Marines in Danang, Vietnam, observe Easter Sunday with a sunrise service led by Group Chaplain Lt. W. W. Bartlett. The outdoor service takes place on a South China Sea beach near the Marble Mountain Marine Corps Air Facility, despite the presence of barbed wire and sandbags. Photographed by SSgt. Kelley.

Marines of 11th Motors display N116 helicopter with its gear for Lieutenant General Keith B. McCutcheon, Commanding General, III MAF, and Major General Edwin B. Wheeler, Commanding General of 1st Marine Division. The display took place during a flag ceremony on April 3, 1970 in Vietnam. Photograph by Cpl R. 2. Rappel LCpl J.B. Threewits, Defense Department.

Damage to a H-107 175mm gun caused by the premature explosion of a round in the gun's tuba. The gun belongs to 3rd 175mm Gun Battery, located at Combat Base An Hoa, 20 miles southwest of Da Nang. Photograph taken on May 28, 1970 by SSgt Nagy.

"A weary U.S. Marine from 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines on Operation War Bonnet takes a solitary moment to gaze at the ocean, longing for home after a day of searching for the Viet Cong in Vietnam. This photo was taken during January 1966 as part of the American military activities during the Vietnam War."

"Brigadier General C.S. Robertson and Colonel C.E. Walker posing with Gun #4, a 105mm Howitzer, during an artillery activity on January 17, 1970. This photograph captures the moment when Brigadier General Robertson holds the 1,000,000th round while standing beside the gun. Photo taken by LCp1 W.P. Barger. (Source: Defense Department, Marine Corps, January 17, 1970, A372564)"

Aerial photograph taken on June 24, 1968, of Camp Eagle in Vietnam. The photo shows a bird's-eye view of the camp. This image is a 2 1/4 negative taken by photographer Nairns, assigned to the Third Marine Division. It is classified under the Defense Department's (Marine Corps) with the reference numbers A801121 and 127 GVB-17.

Cpl P.L. Hanley, age 21, receives the Silver Star Medal from Major General E.B. Wheeler in a ceremony held on March 2, 1970. Hanley, from Baker, Oregon, served with "E" Co., 1st Reconnaissance Bn. of the 1st MarDiv in Vietnam. This photograph was taken by Cpl Bell and is part of the 2% Negative roll AMD-638-3-70.

Caption: Damage to an M-107 175mm gun caused by a premature explosion of a round in its tube. The incident occurred on May 28, 1970, at Combat Base An Hoa, 20 miles southwest of Da Nang during the Vietnam War. Photographed by SSgt Nagy, this image shows the aftermath of the explosion.

Marine Advisors Brigadier General Laan (L), Colonel Doray (C), and Brigadier General E.J. Miller (R) discuss in front of General Laan's Headquarters at Huong Dian during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken on September 7, 1972, by GySgt. R.E. Priseler, DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS).

U.S. Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines conduct a search of individuals approaching them with covered baskets during Operation War Bonnet in January 1966. It was a precautionary measure taken by the Marines in response to potential threats. This photograph was taken by the Defense Department during the Vietnam War.

A tank from the 3rd Platoon, C Company, 1st Marine Division travels through the elephant grass during Operation Pipestone Canyon, located 8 miles south of DaNang in Vietnam on June 2, 1969. This photograph was taken by St Alva V. Huffman, a photographer for the Defense Department.

3rd Division Marines exhibit captured Viet Cong weapons including 271 grenades, 19 claymore mines, and numerous wooden handles used for band grenades in a photograph taken in 1966 during a sweep and destroy mission 18 miles south of Danang. The weapons were discovered when Sergeant T.A. Shirley unknowingly picked up a pole, revealing an ammunition dump.

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment guard Viet Cong prisoners captured during Operation JAY. Additionally, the Marines discovered weapons, ammunition, uniforms, documents, and the bodies of other Viet Cong members from the 812th North Vietnamese Battalion during the operation. This photograph documents the aftermath of the operation.

The 3rd Marine Division Drum and Bugle Corps performs for the residents of Dong Song One during Operation County Fair in Vietnam on April 19, 1966. This photograph captures the band in action as they entertain the locals after lunch. Photograph taken by Cpl. H. Wolford. (Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps, A186992)

A soldier inspects captured weapons during the Vietnam War. Among the weapons on display is a Soviet company light machine gun model RP-46 and a Chinese Communist Type 58. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Sgt Messenger and is a part of American military activities in Vietnam.

Vietnamese children completed processing at Camp Pendleton and are ready to depart for their new homes in the US. Camp Pendleton is expecting to house and process 18-20,000 Vietnamese refugees in the coming weeks. Claudia Cardinale, Nguyen Cao Ky, Rosemary Clooney, and Betty Ford are pictured visiting the refugees. This is a photograph taken on April 30, 1975, at MCB Camp Pendleton, CA. The photo was taken by Sgt. E.A. Manthey and was published by the Defense Department.

A corpsman from the 1st Marine Division Vietnam giving a physical check-up to a Vietnamese child during a medical civic action program (MEDCAP) at a county fair held nine miles south of Da Nang in July 27, 1967. The photograph was taken by the Defense Department.

Marine snipers, Lance Corporal R. Falco and Private First Class R. H. Thompson, guide two suspected Viet Cong prisoners up a hill to their company camp during Operation Beaver. The photograph was taken on June 6, 1966 by Cpl. Burch as part of American military activities in Vietnam.

Sergeant J.S. Ryan captured this photograph in February 1968 at Khe Sanh, during the Vietnam War. The image shows forward observers from the 3rd Marine Division attempting to locate North Vietnamese Army mortar positions from the front lines. The photograph is part of the Defense Department's collection from that time.

Marines of B Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, hold a defensive position as helicopters land support during Operation HARVEST MOON in Vietnam on December 8, 1965. This photograph was taken by Cpl. Dahl and is labeled as DEFENSE DEPT.PHOTO (BARINE CORPS) A186276. It captures the American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Major General Lewis W. Walt, Commanding General of the 3rd Marine Amphibious Force, greets Mr. Sylvester, Assistant Secretary of Defense during his visit to Danang, Vietnam on July 25, 1965. Vietnamese General Tee, the Corps Commander for the Danang area, is also present. Photograph taken by J.F. Fraley.

After clearing the area of enemy combatants, G Company of the 7th Marine Regiment sets fire to a Viet Cong stronghold in Dong Hahn, Quang Province in May 1966. The photograph captures explosions and fires as the stronghold burns, depicting the intensity of this military activity during the Vietnam War.

Marines of Company G, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines prepare to enter a village near Chu Lai on July 13, 1965. The photograph captures the soldiers awaiting a signal before conducting their patrol. This image is part of a collection documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

American soldiers patrol through a Vietnamese village in An Hoa on June 29, 1966. The village appears to be primitive, yet it has access to electricity. This photograph captures the daily activities of the 3rd Marine Division during the Vietnam War.

Soldiers of the 7th Engineer Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, utilize an abandoned French fort near Danang to create rocks for road beds due to scarcity in the area, as seen in this photograph taken on October 15, 1965. Nearby villagers voluntarily assist the Marines in their efforts, working without pay and being compensated with metal reinforcing rods from the fort that they can sell as scrap metal. Department of Defense Photo (Marine Corps) A185865.

Marines of "G Co. Second Battalion, Seventh Regiment carry a fallen comrade to a MedEvac helicopter during Operation Arizona, 25 miles Southeast of Da Nang. The photograph was taken on June 20, 1967, by J.E. McClory and it belongs to the US Department of Defense.

Caption: "Corporal Michael J. Harland of 1st Marine Division Public Affairs Office interviews Corporal Donald Russell from Company A, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines during the Vietnam War. Photographed on May 20, 1970 by Cp! R.L. Pearson. This image captures the interaction between the military and media personnel during the conflict."

First Lieutenant Bruce E. Davis attempts to evade getting bitten by Matsu, a sentry dog, during muzzled agitation training in Danang on October 24, 1965. Lt. Davis, commanding the 1st Provisional Dog Platoon, ensures that both dog and handler undergo rigorous training before standing guard. Defense Department photograph taken by WO J. T. Smith.

A medical helicopter evacuates injured marines from "I" Co., Third Battalion, Fifth Marine Regiment during Operation Hastings near Dong Ha. Date: July 21, 1966. The photograph was taken by SSgt R.E. Wilson. Image source: DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) - fhm A189697 127 GVB-243.

Marine Corporal Dennis M. Moran from Elyria, Ohio, carefully holds his machinegun to prevent it from swinging and potentially injuring the 253 refugees. The refugees were heli-lifted by eight planes from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM)-362, stationed at Chu Lai. This photograph was taken on September 24, 1965, as part of the evacuation process.

Soldiers from B Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Regiment of the 3rd Marine Division during Operation Double Eagle in Vietnam on January 30, 1966. The soldiers are seen firing at the Viet Cong from a hill-top observation post. This photo, taken by Cpl. J. Hallas, is an official Defense Department photograph.

Lt Gen Lewis W. Walt, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, visits young patients at 3rd Marine Division Memorial Hospital in Vietnam on November 3, 1970. Photo by the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense, Robert S. McNamara, inspecting planes and pilots of MAG-11 in Vietnam. The photo was taken on July 11, 1967, and features officers and officials including Hubert Humphrey, Gen William Westmoreland, and Sen Harry F Byrd.

A group of 3rd Division Marines cautiously patrol through a dense jungle during Operation Hastings in July 1966. The operation, involving multiple battalions, aimed to eliminate North Vietnamese resistance in the area. Over 140 North Vietnamese soldiers have been killed so far. This photograph was taken by LCpl. Finnell and is from the collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps). A187579.

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