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Historical images of U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War, showcasing troop movements, helicopter evacuations, and operations in rugged terrain, highlighting bravery and tactical maneuvers.

UH-34 helicopters from 'C' Company, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, waiting for a helicopter to land at a pickup zone. The Marines will be airlifted to a landing zone southwest of Denang to join a reconnaissance patrol. This photo was taken on April 25, 1965, by SSgt. H.C. Batchelor.

Marines from G Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, disembarking from UH-34 helicopters during Operation Colorado in the Tay Ap area, Vietnam on August 13, 1966. Photo taken by LCpl. Linton. Official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) A369413.

Three unidentified Marines from the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam take cover behind a sand dune as they are caught in a Viet Cong ambush. The photograph, taken on November 7, 1966, captures the intensity of combat as the Marines seek refuge. Photo by Corporal G. R. Gaspard.

Catholic chaplain conducting a mass for the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines in their CP area on the Qua Viet River. This occurred on May 7, 1968, during the Vietnam War. The photo was taken by SSgt J. A. Reid, and it is an official Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps).

Soldiers from Whicky Battalion, 11th Marines, including Lance Corporal D. Stacy, Lance Corporal M. M. Sutton, and Lance Corporal P. L. Mateo, are seen here cleaning a 4.2 inch mortar and placing it back in its baseplate. The photograph was taken on February 5, 1971, during the Vietnam War by Sergeant C. E. Kiseman.

Marine Corporal Bryan Walsh and Lance Corporal R. F. Beinson, both 19 years old, are seen in this photograph firing a 4.2 mortar for the purpose of clearing a fire support base on hill 510, located 35 miles west southwest of Dalang. The photo was taken on June 17, 1970, as part of American military activities during the Vietnam War by GSgt. Karnell.

Marines from "A" Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, are seen passing through an open field near Khe Sanh air strip in Vietnam on October 14, 1966. They encounter elephants belonging to the Montagnarde people while on patrol. This photograph was taken by Sat K. B. KeVsigh, a Marine Corps photographer.

Pfc Ajax Williams from Cocoa Beach, Florida, uses a chainsaw to clear trees and stumps from a hill near the DMZ in northernmost South Vietnam. This action was part of Operation Lancaster II on July 20, 1968. The area was cleared to establish a helicopter landing zone. This photograph was taken by SSgt J.A. Reid during combat activity.

"F-4B Phantom aircraft of VMF-AW-531 on Danang Airfield after arrival of group. Photographed on April 10, 1965 by GySgt. Hallahan. The aircraft belonged to the 3rdMarDiv (9thMEB) and were stationed in Viet-Nam. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) A184059. "

Marines from "L" Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, take a break on rocky terrain near Dong Ha during Operation Hastings on July 19, 1966. The photograph was taken by SSgt R. E. Wilson and is part of the Defense Department's collection from the Vietnam War.

A newly-reconstructed bridge provides easy access for villagers in Hoa Vinh village, 11 miles NW of Danang, Vietnam, to reach their farmlands. Marine Cunnery Sergeant Pedro Lopes-Torces, company guiner sergent of CACO 2-8, 2nd II 2 Marines, came up with the idea to rebuild the bridge. Photographed on August 24, 1970.

US Marines and Popular Forces soldiers are seen sailing up the Song Nong River in boats during a patrol on September 25, 1965. The purpose of the patrol was to deliver medical aid to a village located south of Phu Bai, Vietnam. This photograph was taken by Sgt. J. Reid and is part of the official Defense Department collection (A185748 FVM).

Marine Corps soldiers use an M-79 grenade launcher and a 3.5 inch rocket launcher to provide covering support for the advancing troops of "p" Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, during an island clearing operation in Chu Lai, Vietnam on May 30, 1965. This image is from a collection of American military activities in the Vietnam War.

"Troops from "C" Battery, 1st Battalion, 11th Marines, stationed near hill #60 in Vietnam, receive hot chow brought to them at their artillery outpost on August 13, 1968. The image captures soldiers enjoying a warm meal in the field during the Vietnam War. Photo taken by Cpl M. J. Coates."

Marine Corps soldiers assist civilians in tying a basket to a bicycle during the evacuation of Tan Phuoc village to Binh Son as part of Operation Porry on March 24, 1967. This photograph was taken by Sgt. A.L. Cooper and showcases the efforts of the 1stMarDiv in evacuating civilians during the Vietnam War.

Caption: Marines of 2d Battalion, 7th Marines utilizing Landing Vehicles Tracked (LVTs) or LVTPs during Operation Pitt on December 5, 1967. The photograph, taken by LCpl Brusch, showcases the relocation of the Marines to new positions roughly 12 miles north of Danang in Vietnam.

"Soldiers at the Mine Warfare School in Vietnam learning about Viet Cong booby traps. The image captures a range of mines and booby traps utilized by the enemy during the war. Photograph taken on December 7, 1966 by Sgt J. McKinley of the 11IMAF Vietnam. Department of Defense Photo (Marine Corps)."

Gen Leonard F Chapman, Commandant of the Marine Corps, meets with village elders of Bieh La Dong Hamlet during his tour of northern I Corps in Vietnam. This photograph was taken on August 8, 1969, and is a part of the official documentation of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Group of Viet Cong suspects and prisoners being taken in for questioning during a routine patrol in Vietnam. Photographed on October 30, 1969 by Cpl P. J. LaBrecque, this image captures a small part of American military activities during the Vietnam War. Defense Department photograph (Marine Corps).

An Ontos, a type of tank, moves through a Vietnamese village as part of a protective convoy. The convoy was traveling from Chu Lai to Danang on December 18, 1966. This photograph was taken by LCpl Lowes, a photographer for the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam.

Marines from Lina Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, are seen on November 6, 1970, moving from their hilltop outpost in Vietnam. Their objective is to deny the enemy access to rice, a vital source of food, symbolizing the ongoing military activities during the Vietnam War. This image is an official Marine Corps photograph taken by Cpl J. Richards.

Cpl Lloyd Marine of First Battalion, First Marine Regiment takes a nap during Operation Pike on Barron Island, 15 miles south of Da Nang. This photo was taken on August 3, 1967, by Cpl Lloyd himself, showcasing moments of respite amidst intense military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from the 3rd MarDiv alongside Vietnamese villagers during a "People to People" interaction in June 1965. In this photograph, Sgt L.D. Choate captured the moment when Marines distributed clothing to the local villagers. This image provides a glimpse into the humanitarian efforts of the American military during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A184687 lef 127 GVB-289.

Aerial photograph taken by SSgt T.N. Bland, Jr. in June 1967 shows Gio Lien Marine Base in Vietnam. This photo was taken as part of American military activities during the Vietnam War, providing a view of the base's layout and surroundings. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) A189185.

"Engineers from 1st Pit Co. 3rd En. 7th Marine Division construct a bunker for defense of the Company area in Sa Binh Village, Vietnam during Operation Deaoto. The photograph features Pfc. G. R. Parker of Charlotte, N.C. and Pre Smith, H. Jr. of Thomeston, Georgia. Taken on February 3, 1967, by Sgt. Adin I. Cooper, this Defense Department photo captures the American military activities during the Vietnam War."

Marines from H Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, led by Lieutenant Jenkins, conducting a combat patrol in Chu Lai, Vietnam on July 21, 1965. The purpose of the patrol is to search and destroy Viet Cong units, emplacements, supplies, and equipment near Hill 10. The Marines are seen marching along a rice paddy trail during the operation.

Soldiers at the An Hoa base in Vietnam during June 1966. The photograph shows a kiln where bricks used for construction in the area were made. The brick-making process supported military activities at the base. This image is a record of American military involvement during the Vietnam War.

United States Marines and Vietnamese civilians work together to dump over a ton of Viet Cong rice into a river during Operation Mallard on January 12, 1966. The photo shows a group of people hauling large baskets filled with rice. The captured gear, including food and supplies, was being disposed of.

Captain L. I. Gonzales of K Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, directs his troops during Operation Wyoming in Vietnam. This photograph was taken on April 30, 1966, by Col. Gaspard.

Chaplain W. W. Bartlett conducts sunrise services for Marines at Marble Mountain Marine Corps Air Facility, Danang, South Vietnam. He is the chaplain for Marine Air Group-16, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing. Photograph taken on March 14, 1966.

"September 6, 1965: Colonel Janes B. Callender, Commanding Officer of the 12th Marines, cuts the ribbon of the newly opened "Tun Tavern" Camp Club, accompanied by Lieutenant Colonel Edward McCain, Commanding Officer of the 1st Battalion. Captain W.B. Clark, a Club officer, can be seen on the left in this photograph by 1st Lt. Beebe."

Aerial view of Rock Pile, taken on June 24, 1968. The photograph was captured by Nairns, a photographer from the Third Marine Division in Vietnam. The image is in a 2 1/4 Negative format, with the reference number 3M-4-1012-68. It is part of the Defense Department's collection, identified by the code mee A801119 127 GVB-15.

Marines of Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, First Marines, provide assistance to wounded comrades during Operation Union on April 27, 1967. The photograph, taken by LCpl Smedley, captures the intense combat situation faced by American soldiers during the Vietnam War. This image is a Defense Department photograph (Marine Corps) with the identifier A370052.

Brigadier General Edward J. Hiller, Commanding General 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade, speaking to Marines of Battalion landing team 1/9 aboard the USS Denver. Photograph taken on May 3, 1972, during activities at sea, including landings and burials. The photo was taken by QySgt. R.E. Prisoler, under the Defense Department's authorization.

"Marines from A Battery 12th Marines provide artillery support to Battalion Landing Team 1/3 during Operation Beacon Guide in August 1967 in Vietnam. This Defense Department photograph, taken by Axelrod, depicts the seamless coordination between ground troops and artillery units during the Vietnam War."

Aerial view of Van Tuang village during Operation Starlight in August 1965, Chu Lai, Vietnam. The image shows ongoing combat activities and air strikes conducted by the 3rd Marine Division. Photograph taken by Sgt. Choate, captured by the Defense Department. (Caption from the provided information)

Vietnamese casualties: A photograph taken on January 31, 1968, shows the aftermath of an attack on I Corps HQ in Da Nang, Vietnam. The image captures the Delta pad with 34 dead Viet Cong bodies. This photograph, marked as 3M-2-175-68, was provided by the Defense Department and photographed by Ducan.

A trap door covering the entrance to holes where Chinese Communist grenades were found during the Vietnam War. This photograph, taken on July 8, 1966, shows one of many traps set up to defend against enemy forces. Photo credit: Cpl. Armstrong, Defense Department (Marine Corps).

A Marine Corps officer from the 1st Marine Division talks with a fellow serviceman who is one of the few in the division to be issued with an 1-16 rifle during the Vietnam War in 1967. This photograph features officers and officials, including Hubert Humphrey, Gen William Westmoreland, and Sen Harry F Byrd.

During Operation Taylor Common on January 21, 1969, Lieutenant Harold Roberts, Chaplain of the 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, provides comfort to a wounded Marine from Delta Company. The operation took place 10 miles Northeast of An Hoa, the home base of Task Force, situated approximately 23 miles Southwest of Da Nang.

Marines of the First Division move out to their positions in Vietnam after being transported by a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Air Group 36. The photo was taken on July 8, 1966, by PFC. Cowen. Image captioned by the Defense Department.

Image depicting captured weapons and supplies taken from the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) on June 30, 1967. The photograph was taken by Cpl E.L.Cole, showcasing these materials, which were discovered on H131 618 military location. The image is a Defense Department photo from the Marine Corps archives.

A photo showing soldiers from "D" Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, conducting a search and clear mission near Chu Lai, Vietnam on July 28, 1965. The soldiers are seen bringing suspected Viet Cong prisoners to a collection point. The photo was taken by J. Gorak Harines and is a Defense Department photo from the Marine Corps.

Marines from "H" Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, crossing a stream in Chu Lai, Vietnam, as a Vietnamese boy chases ducks ahead of them. The photo was taken on July 16, 1965, near the Catfish III cutpost. (Image: A184779, Defense Department photo - Marine Corps)

A view inside a bunker encountered on Hill 881 South during the Vietnam War. This image is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities during the conflict, specifically highlighting the Viet Cong's use of tunnels and caves as defensive structures. The photograph was taken by the Defense Department's Marine Corps in 1966.

Staff Sergeant L.W. Byrd of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines receives the Silver Star from Major General Robertson on April 20, 1968, during a ceremony in Vietnam. This photograph was taken by Corporal A. Huffman and is part of the collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

"Ordnance men from Marine Fighter Squadron, All Weather (VMP (AW)-235), load a 2,000-pound bomb onto an F-80 Crusader aircraft at Da Nang airfield in Vietnam. This bomb marked the five millionth pound dropped on the Viet Cong by the squadron in six months. August 7, 1966."

Caption: "Captured weapons and ammunition on display during the Vietnam War, November 20, 1968. These five round circular objects are ensny claymore rounds, 61mm mortar rounds, belts of machine gun ammunition, and charges for the mortar rounds. Captured by "C" Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines in Vietnam. Photograph by G. K. Maddeaux, taken for the Defense Department."

Members of Force Logistic Command's third Military Police Battalion honor fallen comrades during ceremonies on February 24th, 1970. Lieutenant Colonel Charles Fimian and Sergeant Major Russell K. Poulk unveil a stone monument bearing the names of 28 Marines killed in action while serving with the unit. The ceremony includes a 21-gun salute and the playing of taps. In this photo, Sergeant Major Russell K. Poulk is seen on the left. (Photograph by Cpl G. Santillan)

"Marine Pfc Harvay C. Henderson (Washington, D.C.) uses his helmet to shield himself from the noonday sun while deployed with 'Co., Piret Marine Regiment' between Ca las and Kha Senho. The photograph was taken on April 2, 1968 by SSgt J.A. Reid. (Photograph: 35mm Negative 3149 549-68, Vietnam)."

US Marine Corps members from the 1st Marine Division, 3rd SECURITYLeathernecks Battalion, Fifth Marine Regiment on June 7, 1967, settting up defensive positions around a helicopter landing zone. This picture captures a moment during a 10-day operation held 23 miles south of Da Nang, Vietnam, where over 700 Viet Cong were killed by Marines.

US military personnel provide medical treatment to wounded soldiers in Vietnam in 1967. Corpsmen attend to injured individuals while marines from A-i-9 battalion move to better positions along the dangerous "Street Without Joy" in AP Trung. The photograph captures the intense and challenging nature of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines of K Company in Vietnam 1971 engage in a communications operation during OPERATION UPSHUR STREAM. Lance Corporal Pete G. Voorlas, a radioman from Racin, Wisconsin, is seen adjusting his trousers while fulfilling his duties. Photographer M. S. Harriman documented this moment. (Defense Department ID: AND-0096-1-72)

PFC Harry H. McCluey from Seattle, Washington, is presented with the Silver Star Medal by Colonel J. E. Harrell, the Commanding Officer of the 26th Marines, during a ceremony on March 7, 1970. The photograph is part of a series taken in Vietnam by Sgt A. J. May, depicting American military activities during the Vietnam war.

Marine Aircraft Group 16 living area in Dong Ha, Vietnam, was severely damaged by rockets launched by North Vietnamese forces on September 4, 1967. The image shows the aftermath of the attack, taken by Captain M. Sweeney. This photograph is from a collection titled "Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War."

Marines provide protection to Vietnamese rice farmers during Operation Golden Fleece. The image captures a scene near the 5th Marine area in Vietnam on October 29, 1966. The photo was taken by Pfc. K. Hall and issued by the Defense Department. Publicly available record number for the photo is A369635 3Wm 127 GVB -372.

U.S. Marines from "T" Company, 3rd Battalion, 9th Marines prepare for deployment to Hill 327 in Danang, South Vietnam on March 8, 1965. They were tasked with providing support to "C" Company, 7th Engineers as they worked on improving the road system leading to the Hawk Missile Site on Hill 327. This photograph was taken by Gyügt. Hallahan and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment are shown conducting a patrol in the village of Dong Rahn in Quang Ngat Province, Vietnam on May 13, 1966. This patrol was part of Operation MONDJONERY, aimed at searching the area for any potential threats or enemy activity. (Source: Defense Department photo, Marine Corps)

USMC and Vietnamese buildings and bunkers along Liberty Road, route 5 extension, can be seen in this photo taken on August 22nd, 1966. The image depicts multiple culverts, highlighting the structures present during military activities in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by R. S. Branhas and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

Image shows a Soviet 7.62mm Light Machine Gun Model DPM (DEGTYAREV) CHICOM Type-53, captured from NVA troops during the Vietnam War. Taken on February 28, 1967, it was captured by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. Photographed by SSgt. H.A. Magness.

Caption: The Dong En Memorial Catholic Church at Dong Ha, Vietnam. This U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Chapel was dedicated to men who lost their lives on Operations Hastings and Prairie. The photograph was taken on February 8, 1967, by Sgt McVeigh of the 3rd MarDiv in Vietnam.

Marines from C Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, maneuvering up a rugged cliff during Operation Virginia in Vietnam in 1966. The image was captured by LCpl. M. Finnell and is part of a collection showcasing American military activities during the Vietnam War.

U.S. Marine Lance Corporal J.K. Hunter and his Belgian shepherd named "Alf" take a break during Operation DeSoto in Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam on February 1, 1967. The photograph, taken by Pfe Portar, captures the dog handler and his dog while engaged in military activities. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps), A369796 127 GVB-43.

Marines from "A" Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, are seen crossing a river on Amphibian Tractors, also known as Landing Vehicle Tracked (LVT) or Landing Vehicle Tracked Personnel (LVTP), during a sweep outside of Da Nang, Vietnam. This photograph was taken on September 22, 1967, by a photographer named J. Cestes, belonging to the Defense Department's Photo Corps. Source: DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) mis A373111.

Members of a reconnaissance team examine a dead nine-foot long, 400-pound tiger that was killed during a patrol in the northwest sector of South Vietnam. The Marines killed the tiger after it attacked one of their patrol members. The team members pictured are: Private First Class Maurice M. Howell, Lance Corporal Jackie Blankenship, Private First Class Delbert D. Kelly Jr., Private First Class Thomas E. Shainline, and Private First Class Roy Reagan. They all belong to the Third Reconnaissance Battalion of the Third Marine Division.

Vietnamese children gather around the perimeter of the 9th Marine Regiment's command post in An Hoa, Vietnam. They listen to Marines singing and playing the ukulele. This photo was taken in June 1966 as a part of documenting the daily life of Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War.

Image of a captured Chi Com Automatic Rifle, 7.62mm, taken during the Vietnam War in 1967. The photograph is labeled as 68 - Captured Weapons and is part of a collection of American Military Activities captured by the Defense Department. The rifle is a significant war relic from the conflict.

U.S. Marines from "F" Company, 2nd Battalion, Ninth Marines conducting a company-sized patrol in Vietnam on December 22, 1967. The Marines are searching for Viet Cong in the area. This photograph is from a series of images capturing American military activities during the Vietnam War.

- US soldiers discover a Viet Cong weapon cache in Danong, Vietnam on October 7, 1965. - Among the weapons found include crossbows used by the Viet Cong as traps along jungle paths. - The crossbows are triggered when a line across the path is disturbed. - Some crossbows are found with eight-foot-long arrows, indicating an attempt to shoot down helicopters. - This photograph is an official Defense Department photo taken by SSgt. Durie.

Gunnery Sergeant Allan M. Sora of the 1st Marine Division, a member of "K" Co., 3rd Bn., Fifth Marine Regiment, receives the Bronze Star Medal with Combat "V" from Lieutenant Colonel D. N. Rexroad during field ceremonies on June 8, 1968 in Vietnam. Photo taken by LCpl. R. J. Smith. Defense Dept. Photo.

A Vietnamese woman uses a water well in Xuyen Long. The photo was taken on November 13, 1969 by Sgt. R.W. Nelson of the 1st MarDiv 24, showcasing civilian life during the Vietnam War.

Marines from the 1st Marine Division, on August 12,1966, are seen patrolling through a Viet Cong village during the Vietnam War. Among the Marines shown are Corporal Billie Houston from Kansas City, Corporal Stephan D. Holland from Irvington, and Lance Corporal Lee R. Seifert from Salt Lake City. DEFENSE DEPT.PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A369403 rwm

A Marine from the 26th Marine Regiment digs a trench upon arriving at the Batangan Peninsula for Operation Bold Mariner during the Vietnam War. The trench will function as a defensive measure against potential enemy mortar attacks throughout the night. Photog: Cpl Mike Detherage, III MAF Vietnam.

Aerial view of Camp Evans access road and rough rider staging area at Camp Evans, Vietnam. The photograph was taken on September 14, 1967, by SSgt. Shaw, a photographer for the United States Marine Corps. The image shows military activities during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORP3) A801079.

March 25, 1967 - A bulldozer operated by LCpl 1, P. Brown of the 1stMarDiv in Vietnam demolishing a Vietnamese house, 9 miles south of Danang. The house was cleared to make way for a new building that would benefit the local community. This photograph is part of the Defense Department's records (Mis A373073 127 GVB-200).

Soldiers crossing a bridge across the Da Nang River during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken on July 20, 1966, as part of American military activities conducted by the III Marine Amphibious Force (IIIMAF). The bridge played a crucial role in the transportation and logistical efforts of the soldiers in the region.

A photograph captured in June 1965 shows a suspected Viet Cong individual standing in an open field. The image was taken by Sergeant L.D. Choate and is part of the documentation of American military activities during the Vietnam War. This picture was classified by the Defense Department as 127 GVB-353, belonging to the 3rd HarDiv Victron.

Marines from "L" Company of the 3rd Battalion, Fourth Marines, conducting a Sparrow Hawk operation in Go Do, Vietnam on March 17, 1967. The photo shows the marines navigating through rice paddies approximately 6000 meters north of Dong Ea. (DEVERSE DEFT. PHOTO - MARINE CORPS)

Amphibious Personnel Carrier M733, equipped with an XM-174 Automatic Grenade Launcher, seen in Vietnam during January 23, 1970. This image provides a comprehensive view of the fully armed vehicle. Photograph taken by Cpl R. D. Bell and released by the Defense Department (Marine Corps). Negative Number: AMD-184-31-70.

US Marines entering and exploring a Viet Cong tunnel during the Vietnam War.

A photograph capturing captured weapons during the Vietnam War. This particular image shows a Russian AK-47 assault rifle, known for its 7.62mm caliber. The photo was taken in 1967 by the US Department of Defense and depicts military activities during the conflict. (Caption code: 68 - Captured Weapons - 1967)

Marines from "G" Company, 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marines engage in combat near Hills 479 and 500, located 4,000 meters southwest of Phu Bai, Vietnam, during Operation Rush on August 5, 1967. The photograph was taken by LCpl Porter and is credited to the Defense Department. It is numbered A188971 and labeled 127 GVB-142.

Members of H Co, 2nd BN, 7th Marines help civilians evacuate the village of Ton Phuca to Binh Son during Operation Boxxy. The photograph captures the scene during combat on March 24, 1967. Photo ID: 96 11-33-67 1stlingliv Vietnam 24Mer67. Taken by Sergeant A.L.Ccopar. This photo is part of the Defense Department's collection with the identification number 4370030 127. Caption: GVB-758.

A Marine from the Combined Unit Specification Program carries out a Search and Clear mission, throwing a Vietnamese basket into a burning hut that was previously used by the Vietnamese. This image was taken on April 8, 1970, just outside Landing Zone Baldy by Marine Corps photographer Opl Role Pearson.

Marines of "C" Co. 11th Eng. En. conducting a controlled blast to clear a road through rough terrain during Operation Cumberland. Photo taken on June 28, 1967 by MSgt Austin Rock.

Marines from Company One, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines are being transported via a Marine CH-46 Helicopter from Liberty Bridge to Hill 65. They were returning from an operation in Arizona Territory, located 19 miles southwest of Danang, on July 27, 1970. This photograph was taken by M.F. Belmont and is part of the Defense Department collection.

Marine Corps Cpl. Hamy, from 1st Recon of "A" Coop, holds up a handgrenade that he jumped on. Luckily, the grenade turned out to be a dud, saving the corporal's life. The photograph was taken on March 27, 1967, during military activities in Vietnam.

U.S. Navy Marines aboard USS Lanaves (APA 195) during the Vietnam War. Photograph taken on May 7, 1965, shows Marines relaxing on deck en route to a landing by Regiment Landing Team-4. Burials at sea and landings were frequent activities during this time. Photo by J.F. Falk (PH1) for the U.S. Navy.

An aerial view of the Dong Ha base in the Republic of Vietnam on September 12, 1967. The photograph was taken by SSgt. T.N. Bland, Jr. This image was captured during the Vietnam War and shows the military activities taking place at the base. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS).

Photograph taken on May 2, 1970, during the Vietnam War, showing the bodies of slain North Vietnamese Communist Demolition and Infiltration experts. This image was captured by Sgt. J.A. Gentry and is part of a collection of photographs of American military activities during the war. The source of the photograph is the Defense Department.

Members of the 7th Engineer Battalion in the 1st Marine Division, Vietnam, pay their respects to fallen comrades during a Memorial Service on May 30, 1967. In this photo captured by Cpl Pierce Harines, servicemen can be seen saluting the arms and helmets of their fallen colleagues.

US Marine William R. Malton stands on guard during a rest stop as part of a search and clear operation conducted by Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines on June 27, 1965. The operation took place approximately 13 miles northeast of Denang Air Base in Vietnam. A woman, identified as the wife of one of the captured Viet Cong suspects, is seen on the right. This photograph was taken by Sgt R. R. Reynolds.

Corporal Arthur J. Cockrell checks a trip ticket given by a dispatcher before Private First Class Michael J. La Plante starts his journey. The dispatcher ensures that drivers have conducted preventive maintenance. This photograph captures the administration/clerical activities during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A194823 127 GVB-20.

April 14, 1965 - Vehicles including jeeps, "mules", trucks, and dune buggies are lined up at the Red Beach in Danang, Vietnam. This photo captures the preparation of Underwater Demolition Team 12, who conducted a beach sweep at 0300 on April 13, and later provided lifeguard duty during the landing of Marines. This Defense Department photo was taken by GySgt. R. F. Ayers. (Caption: A183975 XWB)

US Marines from the 7th Marine Regiment patrol Highway f1 in Quang Ngai, Vietnam on September 19, 1966. The Marines are seen guarding Vietnamese farmers who are harvesting rice during Operation Colden Fleece. Photo taken by Pfc. Russell, USMC. Source: Department of Defense, Sarie Corps.

"Underwater demolition team members prepare for the landing of the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines on Red Beach in Danang, Vietnam. This photo, dated April 10, 1965, shows the military activities during the Vietnam War. Taken by GySgt. Hallahan, this Defense Department photo captures the preparations for establishing beachheads."

Sgt. Charles K. Dade of Jacksonville, N.C., enjoys the first bite of ice cream delivered to A Company, First Battalion, 4th Marines in Vietnam in 1967. The ice cream was brought to the troops in the field via helicopter, the first time they had this treat since being stationed there. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) dja 4189303 127 GVB-206.

Lt Gen Lewis W Walt and Lt Gen Herman Nickerson, Jr., visit the China Beach Orphanage in Da Nang during their stay in Vietnam. They engage in conversation with a Vietnamese girl in this photograph taken on April 3, 1969. The image is from the collection of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War.

Marine Corps is deploying a 1st Recon Battalion team in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The team is being extracted from the ground and lifted onto a CH-46 helicopter using the SPIE Line. This technique enables quick extraction and insertion of troops during military operations.

Marines from "1" Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, conducting a coordinate search and clear exercise at VC Villock-up in the NTA (Northern Training Area) for Admiral N.S. McCain and reviewing officers. This photo, taken in August 1970, captures the effort by American forces to locate and neutralize Viet Cong tunnels and caves during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS)

A Marine Corps 60mm mortarman carries his mortar over his shoulder while participating in Operation BEACON POINT, north of Hue, during 1967. This photograph, taken by SSgt R.V. Ashley, captures American military activities during the Vietnam War.

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