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Vietnam War Military Operations

Photographs capturing Marines in Vietnam during operations, highlighting communication, artillery use, and teamwork.

A group of soldiers from "L" Company are seen at their command post, plotting the path for their departure from the landing zone during Operation Virginia. This photograph was taken in 1966 and is part of the communications activities during the Vietnam War. It is a documented image from the Marine Corps, with the reference number A186627.
A group of soldiers from "L" Company are seen at their command post, plotting the path for their departure from the landing zone during Operation Virginia. This photograph was taken in 1966 and is part of the communications activities during the Vietnam War. It is a documented image from the Marine Corps, with the reference number A186627.
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American soldiers at Bas outside Da Nang, Vietnam in 1967, posing in front of newly built school facilities. The photograph is a Defense Department photo taken by the Marine Corps, showcasing efforts to provide education for military personnel during the Vietnam War.
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Marines from the 3rd Marine Division during the Vietnam War. In May 1965, they execute an amphibious landing at Chu Lai, located about 30 miles southeast of Danang. This photo shows their initial beachhead establishment in the military operation. Defense Department photo by the Marine Corps.
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A Marine Corps CH-46A "Seaknight" helicopter is seen on the flight line at Danang, Vietnam on May 2, 1966. This photograph was taken by Cpl. P. Johnson from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. The helicopter is part of the American military activities during the Vietnam War.
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During the Vietnam War, a U.S. Marine from Company "F", 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marines, discovered a surprise trap set by the North Vietnamese Army. In this photo, taken on February 8, 1968, the U.S. grenade found by the Marines can be seen along a trail during their search and destroy mission near the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). The photograph was taken by Cpi Brown and is a U.S. Defense Department photo from the Marine Corps.
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Caption: Captain Paul Foetterer, Headquarters Commandant, Task Force DELTA, observes as his reaction force boards LVTP-5 amtracs during Operation DOUBLE EAGLE in a historically significant photograph by Capt Edwin W Besch. Official U.S. Marine Corps Photo USMC #532573, courtesy of Captain Edwin W. Besch 127 GVB-383.
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Soldiers from G Co. 2/4 during Operation Rush, a combat mission in Vietnam. The photo shows the soldiers navigating the hills #479 and #500, which are situated 4,000 meters southwest of Phu Bai. Taken by LCpl W.R.Porter in August 1967. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) fhm A189080 127 GVB-/42.
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Protestant Easter services at Chu Lai combat base chapel in Vietnam were heavily attended, with the chapel filled to capacity. This photograph, taken by Pfe. Mincemoyer on April 10, 1966, captures the presence of the military community at the religious event. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A369056 TWB 127 GVB-300.
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A damaged ONTOS, a type of armored vehicle used by the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. This photo was taken on October 2, 1967, and shows the aftermath of an enemy shell hitting the vehicle. The photo was taken by Sgt Ryan Marina and is part of the Defense Department's archive.
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Marines from the 1st and 2nd Platoon, Company 2/3, are seen here on patrol as they approach the village of Lawy. This photograph was taken on May 11, 1965, during the Vietnam War by Sgt. Reynolds. It is part of a collection documenting American military activities during this time.
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On fire from bombs dropped by the Americans, the Japanese freighter begins the last phase of its sea-life. Many other Japanese ships were sunk in this effective raid on Japanese supply lines in New Guinea.
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Caption: A mobile artillery piece is loaded onto the U.S.S. Pitkin Courtly to be transported back to the United States during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken by Sgt. C. E. Kisamann on March 3, 1971.
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"Reconnaissance team being extracted from antenna valley, located 27 miles Southeast of Danang, during the Vietnam War. The photo was taken on September 28, 1970, by GySgt Baird. This image depicts American military activities and is a part of the Defense Department's collection."
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LCpl Jon C. Pahl and LCpl William L. Deline, Jr. relax during Operation Pulski in Vietnam on February 27, 1967. The Marines can be seen enjoying coconuts as a source of refreshment amidst their activities.
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Bomb Damage In The Vicinity Of Cherbourg, France, 5 July 1944.
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Men of the Combined Action Company-3 unload bullets found hidden in the walls of a hut in Phu Bai Village, Vietnam, on October 23, 1966. Vietnamese civilians assist in the unloading process. This photograph, taken by SSgt. Highland Rics, captures an activity during the Vietnam War. (Caption: DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A187964 201 127 GVB-372)
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"Honor Guard troops from the 2nd Long Minh Regiment participate in the 12th birthday celebration of the 1st Division of the Republic of Vietnam. The photograph captures the soldiers marching past in colorful uniforms. Date: 1967. Photographer: Butts Colas. Source: FE020 (PARTES CORFS) A1881.57 127 GVB-84."
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USS Mobile KA-115, part of the 33rd Marine Amphibious unit, is seen off the coast of Vietnam at sunrise during April 1972. The ship was on an extended deployment to support Joint United States and South Vietnamese operations. This photograph was taken by GySgt. R.E. Priseler and is from the 3rd Marine Division Camp Butler on Okinawa, Japan.
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Marines of the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion pose with a tiger skin that they acquired on Thanksgiving day during a five-day patrol in Vietnam on November 29, 1967. Pictured from left to right: Lance Corporal James Ortega, Lance Corporal Thomas L. Little, and Sergeant James L. Griffith. This photograph was taken by the Defense Department.
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Marine Corps helicopter pilots refuel their helicopters at Da Nang air base after completing a resupply mission or airstrike. The pilots, belonging to HMM-261 squadron, follow a process of refueling their helicopters before parking them at the base. The activity took place on July 28, 1965, as photographed by SSgt. R. W. Savatt, Jr.
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"Resupply trucks from Phu Bai bring essential goods to H-9 in Vietnam during 1967. These trucks carry food, ammunition, and building materials, serving as a vital lifeline for soldiers at the early stages of development. This image, taken by the Defense Department, captures the loading and unloading of gear for military operations."
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View showing a damaged orphanage in An Hoa, Vietnam on August 31, 1970. The building was struck by RPGs and/or mortars around 0100 hours that morning, resulting in severe damage. The image captures the aftermath of the attack, with the building showing signs of destruction. (Department of Defense photo, U.S. Marine Corps)
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Aerial photograph taken on June 27, 1967, during the Vietnam War. The photo shows the 2/4 part of Camp Evans, a military camp belonging to the 3rd Marine Division. The image was captured by Cpl R. A. Loues and is categorized under the Defense Department (Marine Corps) photo archive.
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13 December 1945. General View Of Inside Of Japaneseanese Aa Viewing Room. This Room Was Used When Allied Planes Were On A Bombing Mission. Japaneseanese Officials Used This Room To Locate The Position Of Attacking Planes. The Equipment Was Operated By Radar.
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Hospitalman Michael W. Huff, serving with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division in Vietnam, applies a bandage to a local Vietnamese farmer's leg. The farmer had injured himself while working in a rice paddy. This photograph was taken on November 20, 1970, as part of a Medical Civilian Action Program (MEDCAP) conducted by the military.
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A Marine Corps Sea Knight helicopter takes off from the deck of the USS TRIPOLI off the coast of South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. This photograph depicts military activities and captures a moment of take-off of the helicopter on the marine vessel.
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CH-46 helicopters land in a tight landing zone atop Hill 381 in the Que Son Mountains during a mission by the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. The photo taken on January 21, 1971, shows the challenging conditions faced by the troops as they operated in Vietnam's rugged terrain.
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A bridge outside the village of Antax that was damaged during a Viet Cong attack. The photograph depicts the aftermath of the attack, with visible structural damage to the bridge. The image was taken by SSgt C. I Haar on January 1, 1969, as part of the American military activities during the Vietnam War. This photograph is part of the Defense Department's collection (Marine Corps) with the code A422337.
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An OV-10A Bronco aircraft from Marine Observation Squadron Six (VMO-6) is parked and awaiting orders at Da Nang, Vietnam in 1970. The photograph was taken by Mr. Rowland P. Gill and is courtesy of the Defense Department (Marine Corps). The image reference number is mis 530834, with the original negative size of 4x5 inches, and later printed as a 4x6 inch photograph.
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B-29 Bombs Over Burma (No.2) - Like Flakes Of Snow, Scores Of Bombs From B-29 Superfortresses Of Brig. Gen. Roger M. Ramey'S 20Th Bomber Command Drop Through The Sky To Hit A Japaneseanese Supply Depot Near The Mingaladon Air Field Near Rangoon. The Gaint Bom
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Aerial view of Camp Carroll, taken on October 8, 1967. The photograph shows the camp, which is located in Vietnam and belongs to the 3rd Marine Division. This image is part of the Defense Department's collection and was taken by a Marine Corps photographer. The photo is labeled as A189507 and carries the code 3D-5-2049-67 GVB-/7.
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ARC-5 , Ships, Naval Vessels, Boats, Naval History, Navy
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UH-34 helicopters from the GVB-222 Ast MAN Battalion in Vietnam on September 7, 1965, taking part in Operation PIRANHA. The helicopters, accompanied by armed Huey helicopter escorts, transported the 2nd Battalion, 4th RVS Army Regiment to IZ Pine, completing an eight-mile line across the peninsulas. The troop lift was completed by 8:45 a.m., with no hits sustained by the helicopters.
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The photograph captures the First Marine Division landing at Chu Lai during the Vietnam War. This image shows a beachhead situation on March 28, 1966. Taken by SSgt K. Kelley, a member of the Defense Department's Marine Corps, the photograph is labeled as A180757 127 GVB-58.
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"Captured Viet Cong weapons on display during Operation HOT SPRINGS, Quang Ngai, on April 22, 1966. The photograph shows a row of captured weapons, including 106mm recoilless rifles and ammunition, in the foreground. This image was taken by Cpl. Gaspard and is credited to the Defense Department, Marine Corps."
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Cpl. Jimmy Pierce, from Griffin, Georgia, is seen driving a small platform truck over a sand mound during a test drive near Da Nang. The truck had recently been repaired at Motor Transport Maintenance Company, part of the Haintenance Battalion, Force Logistic Command. The company handles major repairs for all combat vehicles used by Marine forces in Vietnam. The four-wheel drive vehicles, affectionately known as "mechanical mules," are frequently used by infantry units to transport ammunition and field supplies. This photograph was taken by Cpl. Walter Leetch for the Defense Department.
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A-4 Skyhawk aircraft from Marine Attack Squadron 121 clearing the runway to participate in an air strike mission located 20 miles south of Chu Lai. The squadron flew 18 sorties on February 26, resulting in 42 enemy kills, destruction of 40 buildings, damage to 19 others, destruction of 20 foxholes, two bunkers, and one tunnel. Photograph taken on March 7, 1967 by Sgt. Hathaway.
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An Asphalt Patch On Ville Coublay Airdrome, France. The Asphault Has Been Freshly Applied And Rolled, Repairing The Damage Done By Ninth Af Bombs.
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Bombing of Cairo, Egypt...
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Bomb Damage In The Vicinity Of Cherbourg, France, 5 July 1944.
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Burned German Gas Transport Truck Parked Under Trees At Edge Of Airdrome At Campo Formido, Italy. This Damage Was Done By The 15Th Air Force Bombers. 12 May 1945.
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Marines from the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion are seen gathering in the background to pay their final respects during a memorial service for Private Craig M. Yaney, who lost his life while attempting an emergency rope ladder extraction to help a fellow reconnaissance team member. This photograph was taken by Cpl W. P. Barger during the Vietnam War.
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A Japanese vessel in Hansa Bay is completely obscured by the Geysers, smoke & explosions caused by bomb bursts & machine gun bullets.
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"Vehicles, including jeeps, Mules, trucks, and dune buggies, are seen in a photograph taken on May 7, 1968, during the Vietnam War. The image shows U.S. Marines from the Second Battalion, Fourth Regiment (Dixie Diner) using an underground garage for vehicle protection from North Vietnamese Army mortar and rocket fire. The garage is constructed with sandbags, timber, and steel cross beams. Photograph by SSgt J. Reid."
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Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.
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Ft. Washington, Potomac. Morgan collection of Civil War drawings. Forts & fortifications, 1860-1870, United States, History, Civil War, 1861-1865, Military facilities, Fort Washington (Md.), 1860-1870, United States, Maryland, Potomac River , Defense of Washington.
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M.L. Schaumburg And A. Autabee, Control Tower Operators At An 8Th Air Force Base In England. 22 June 1944.
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Stereo Pair Of Fort De Royan, France Reveals The Destruction That Occurred From Numerous Raf And Aaf Attacks. Some Buildings Still Blaze From The Napalm Attack.
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Collection of World War I Photographs, 1914-1918 that depict the military activities of British and other nation's armed forces and personnel during World War I.
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U. S. Troops At A North Atlantic Base: Although The Regular Duties Of Troops Stationed At The Bases Are Enough To Keep The Average Man Physically Fit, The Regular Callisthenic Practices Are Still Held.
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Anefo photo collection. Repro from "The Sketch". December 7, 1945