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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.

A-4 Skyhawk aircraft participates in Operation PIRANHA in Vietnam on September 7, 1965. The photo shows armed Huey helicopter escorts from the 16 HMM-261 and VMO-2 units transporting the 2nd Battalion, 4th RVN Army Regiment into LZ Pine. Despite encountering two automatic weapons at the landing zone, there were no hits sustained by the helicopters. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS)

A member of B Company, First Engineer Battalion assists in the construction of a dam by guiding a piling into place in Vietnam on July 25, 1967. The photograph is taken by C.D. Thomas Hamber and is part of the Defense Department photo collection.

A U.S. Marine assists an elderly Vietnamese farmer by lighting a cigarette during a patrol in 1966. The image depicts a moment of interaction between American military personnel and civilians during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken by the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

Vietnamese detainees, suspected to be Viet Cong members, are seen in this 1967 photograph. They were captured during Operation Swift, which occurred 20 miles Southwest of Da Nang. These detainees are awaiting questioning by military personnel. The Defense Department took this photo, and it was taken by Sergeant W.C. Horman.

Vietnamese civilians affected by the Vietnam War select clothing from boxes provided by a 1st Marine Aircraft Wing civic action team in Hea Quong village, near Da Nang Air Base in September 1968. The villagers lost their homes when Viet Cong forces destroyed 300 structures. The clothing was distributed through the Marine Corps Reserve CARE fund. This photo was taken by LCpl R. Nelsen and is part of the US Defense Department's archives.

Lt. Gen. Lewis W. Walt and Lt. Gen. Nickerson visit China Beach Orphanage in Da Nang, Vietnam on April 3, 1969. They are being given a tour of a new building at the orphanage during their visit. The photograph was taken by C.E. Woodruff and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

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Marine Pfc. Gary L. Haggerty provides security for an underwater swimmer searching for rockets during a day patrol with First Reconnaissance, Second Battalion, First Marine Regiment. The photograph was taken by Sgt. McClory on September 11, 1967 in Vietnam. Image captured during American military activities in the Vietnam war.

Lance Corporal Robert D. Shields from Pittsburg, PA, prepares to conduct routine bridge inspections in the 1stMarDiv's area of Vietnam. In this photograph from October 22, 1970, Shields holds fins and a face mask before making his dive. Photo credit: LCpl Don Darby, Defense Dept. (Marine Corps) - A373599.

Marines from H/2/4 battalion, part of the 3rd Marine Division, are seen using a stream at the base of Hill 111 in Vietnam on May 27, 1967, for bathing. The photograph, taken by Pfc. P.S. Wargo, shows the soldiers maintaining personal hygiene during their deployment. DEFENSE DEET, PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A188697 127 GV8-324.

Marines from Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, are seen crossing a body of water with the help of Vietnamese fishermen from the village of Vinh Giang. This occurred during Operation BLUE MARLIN on November 10, 1965, as a part of the 3rd Marine Division's activities in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by SSgt. Brown and is an official Defense Department image (Marine Corps).

Trucks burning and soldiers fighting fires during a rocket attack by the North Vietnamese Army. The photograph captures the actions of US Marines from the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam on August 28, 1967. It was taken by LCpl L.P. Brown and is a Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) with the reference number A189473.

A Viet Cong suspect sits under an upturned basket while two Marines from Company 2/3 stand guard. The suspect was apprehended during a joint operation with Golf Company, 2/3 Marines in the Nam Yen Village area on May 25, 1965. This photo was taken by Cpl. J.F. Gorak of the 3rd Marine Division.

Sea-bee unit utilizing automated equipment to construct gun emplacements at Fire Support Base Russell, during the Vietnam War. This photograph, taken on September 17, 1969, depicts the construction activities of the 3rd Marine Division. Caption: "Sea-bee unit constructing gun emplacements using automated equipment at Fire Support Base Russell, September 17, 1969."

Two unidentified Marines from 3rd Bn, 5th Marine Regiment are seen carrying a Vietnamese elder on a stretcher during a medical civic action program (MEDCAP) on December 11, 1966. The photograph captures the moment before the elder is airlifted for evacuation by helicopters as part of Operation "Cortes" in Vietnam. Photo credits: Sgt. G.R. Gaspard, Department of Defense.

Marine Corps Sgt. Ryan A. Marino washes his shirt in a shell hole at Con Thien, Vietnam, on October 1, 1967. Maintaining personal hygiene was crucial for troops during the Vietnam War. This photograph showcases the reality of soldiers' everyday lives on the battlefield.

A Marine from "D" Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, prepares to board a fishing vessel during a search and clear operation at Chu Ini, Republic of Vietnam. The photo was taken on July 28, 1965 by J. Gorak as part of the American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Members of "A" Co. 1/26 Marine Division navigate through dense jungle terrain during combat operations in Vietnam. The soldiers come under attack from air strikes while on patrol, moving towards their objective at Hill 881 North. This photograph captures the intensity of the conflict.

A6A Intruder jet from Marine All Weather Attack Squadron 533 being loaded with 500 lb. bombs in Vietnam in August 1, 1967. The A6A is known for its ability to accurately deliver a large payload in any weather conditions, day or night. Photo by Cpl Cowan, Defense Department. (Marine Corps)

Soldiers from the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines are seen quickly retreating after planting an explosive charge in a building controlled by the North Vietnamese Army during Operation Saline II in Quang Tri Province, Vietnam on March 12, 1968. This photo was taken by Cpl L. Preston Brow and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

American Marines from A Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Regiment, are seen moving under a political propaganda poster during Operation Fresno in the town of Tuo Duoc, Vietnam, on September 11, 1966. This photograph was taken by Corporal Gaspard and is a Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) with reference number A369598 in the collection labeled GVB-294.

Entrance to a bunker dwelling found by Echo, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines during a patrol in the Que Son Mountains, 23 miles southwest of Danang, Vietnam. This bunker was part of a NVA/VC base camp discovered in January 1971, captured in an image taken by Sgt C.E. Kissmann.

Image showing Marines inspecting the ground and openings for Viet Cong tunnels and caves during the Vietnam War, February 2, 1967. This photo, taken by Cpl.A.C.Farreira and 2d Lt. D. H. McDonald, captures efforts by the military to locate and neutralize hidden underground structures used by the enemy.

Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM) and Land Craft Utility (LCU) from USS Paul Revere (LPA-248) loaded with South Vietnamese forces preparing to enter the well deck of USS Juneau LPD-10 during joint US and Vietnamese operation Lom Son-72. Guns on the landing craft manned by Marines from the 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade.

Cpl James R. Huyck from East Tallus, Michigan, attached to Headquarters Battalion, Headquarters Regiment 11 Marines, stands watch with a .50 Caliber machine gun on the eastern perimeter of Hill 218, 25 miles South of Danang. This photograph was taken on February 10, 1971, during the Vietnam War.

A section from the 3rd Engineers constructs a log and stone bridge to enable a mule carrying explosives to cross a stream. This bridge was assembled as part of Operation Scotland II/Afton on October 27, 1968. The explosives were intended for road destruction efforts during the Vietnam War.

Caption: Corporal Ronald F. Cushman (left), an intelligence scout with "M" company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, escorts a North Vietnamese Army (NVA) soldier to the unit command post for interrogation. Sergeant Larry L. Skidmore provides extra security. The NVA soldier surrendered to the Marines during operations east of the An Hos Combat Base.

"A Marine of the Fourth Marine Regiment provides security for a Marine landing zone, while Marine helicopters drop men and supplies. Units from the 3rd Marine Division conducted operations in the Demilitarized Zone, searching for North Vietnamese soldiers, bunkers, and supplies. Photograph taken on September 18, 1968 by SSgt D.L. Shearer."

Engineers of the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam, 1966. They are seen constructing roads in the 9th Motor Transport area. This photograph, taken by P. Martinez, captures the vital role of the 3rd Engineer Battalion in supporting military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from Headquarters and Service Company, 1st En., 4th Marine Regiment, are seen in this photograph taken on June 27, 1969. The image shows Private First Class John F. Clark aiming at an enemy target while Private First Class Tom G. Coxey adjusts the 81 mm mortar tube for a fire mission. They are stationed at Fire Support Base Neville, located northwest of Vandegrift Combat Base in Vietnam.

Vice President Hubert Humphrey presents a medal to a hero in the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. This ceremony took place in 1967 as part of the 3rd Marine Division's activities in Vietnam. A photo captured by the Defense Department (Marine Corps) shows the vice president honoring the brave soldier.

High-ranking officials including Robert McNamara, Richard Nixon, and Billy Graham converse during their visit to Danang, Vietnam on November 9, 1965. A Marine platoon leader and Governor John Chafee stand with a young Marine in the background. This image was taken by Sgt. Bill Weih and is an official Department of Defense photograph.

Marine Corps Sergeant Jerry M. McMullen from Philadelphia, PA, is seen checking rice cans for traps during a cordon and search operation. This image was taken on April 25, 1969, approximately 3 miles southeast of Anlion, during the Vietnam War. The photograph was captured by LCpl A.C. Prentiss.

Marines of "P" Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Regiment passing by Amtracs after landing on the beach during Operation DOUBLE EAGLE in Vietnam, January 1966. The image captures the involvement of the United States military during the Vietnam War.

American soldier assisting Vietnamese women during rice harvest in Quang Ngai, Vietnam during Operation Golden Fleece-66. Photograph taken in September 1966 by Sgt. L. Lenin of the US Marine Corps. Image shows Lance Corporal Bob Standard from C Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment lending a hand to Vietnam women. DEFESSE DEPT.PHOTO (MARIER CORPS) A369607 SWB 127 GVB -372.

A working party from the First Platoon, "L" Company, Third Battalion, First Marine Division in Vietnam in 1968 stands by for a "setdown" as UH-1 helicopters arrive. The helicopters, known as "Grasshoppers," are reliable and durable, serving as essential transportation for supplies, medical evacuations, and tactical support for troops like those from Láma Company patrolling west of Da Nang. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) 4191885 by Cpl. M. W. Stain.

Marine Observation post on Hill 425, 15 miles south of Dalang, Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The post is used for observing artillery fire and is resupplied by helicopter. Photograph taken by LCpl W. P. Barger in 1970. This image is part of the collection of American military activities during the war.

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Row of captured Viet Cong weapons from Operation HOT SPRINGS. Displayed at Quang Ngai in Vietnam on April 22, 1966. Weapons include firearms and ammunition, with BARS (Base Ammunition Replenishment Ship) visible in the foreground. Photograph taken by Cpl. Gaspard, US Marine Corps. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A369046 Wm.

Marines from the 1st Marine Division during Operation Pitt, moving out approximately 12 miles north of Danang, Vietnam on December 5, 1967. The photograph captures soldiers patrolling the area during phase 2 of the operation. (Photo ID: Negative ID-12-343-67, A371057, 127 GVB-285)

Lance Corporal James W. Gunter, a squad leader with the Second Squad, Second Platoon, is seen checking a map while on patrol. This photograph was taken on October 30, 1969, 8 miles South of DaNang, by LCpl. John Gentry. Gunter was part of India Company, Third Battalion, First Marine Regiment, under the 1st Marine Division during the Vietnam War.

Members of the Provincial Reconnaissance Unit (PRU) can be seen rescuing a Viet Cong (VC) member who was trapped in a three-story underground bunker. The area, located south of II Nang, was heavily bombed, leaving only a few enemy hideouts intact. This photograph was taken in 1968 by Cpl. M. W. Starn.

New members of the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division undergoing the Battalion's Reconnaissance Indoctrination Program (RIP). They are seen learning rubber boat landing techniques during their training. The photo was taken in March 1970 and is credited to Sergeant Gardner III. It is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Image: The photograph shows the aftermath of airstrikes on enemy positions within the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) during the Vietnam War. The grid coordinates of the location are 149778, and the image captures the damage caused by the airstrikes. The photograph was taken in 1966 by a U.S. Marine Corps photographer.

Soldiers from the 3rd Engineer Battalion construct flange treading on a bridge in Song Cau Do, Vietnam in 1966. The treadway was built to aid in crossing the river, and this photograph was taken by Cpl. Martinez. (Caption from Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam War)

Workers at An Hoa airstrip in Vietnam patching cracks caused by weather and increased air traffic. The 3rd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment boosted the activity at the airstrip to enhance security and clear the area for road access to Danang. Photograph taken on June 30, 1966 by Gilles A.

Vietnam War combat artists, such as Mr. Pierre R. Mion, played a role in documenting military activities. In this photograph, Mr. Mion scouts for potential subjects at a Buddhist shrine near Marble Mountain outside De Mang, March 16, 1968. The image was captured by WO Parks, a combat photographer.

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, and K Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, are transported back to the Marble Mountain area on A186498 WEL 127 GVB-329, an ONTOS tank, during Operation War Bonnett in Vietnam on January 4, 1966. Photo by H. C. Wolford for the Defense Department.

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 7th Regiment are seen conducting a search in a village during Operation Thevada on April 15, 1966. The photograph captures the intense combat atmosphere and showcases the involvement of American military forces in Vietnam.

Marine from 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, navigating a pond during a search and clear operation on April 19, 1970. The marine is seen keeping his M-16 rifle and cigarette dry in the water. This image was taken by Cpl Pearson and is part of the DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A 374140 bh collection.

A photograph taken on March 25, 1967, during the Vietnam War shows several Viet Cong suspects and prisoners. The prisoners were captured by a company from the 3rd Battalion of the 1st Marines during a sweep and destroy mission. They were taken for interrogation approximately 9 miles south of DaNang. This photograph was taken by LCpl L.P.Brown and is part of the Defense Dept. Photo collection. (Source: fhm A370111 127 GVB-355)

"Marine Corps personnel inspect a captured Soviet 7.62mm Light Machine Gun model RPD, CHICOM Type-56, which was taken from NVA troops. The weapon was captured on February 28, 1967, during military operations carried out by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam."

A group of Viet Cong suspects and prisoners are captured by Marines from "L" Company, Third Battalion, Third Marines on Hill Twenty-Two. The photograph was taken on January 19, 1966, during the Vietnam War. It is a Defense Department photo taken by GySgt. Durie. The image is labeled A801280 and is from the 3M-1-38-66 collection.

Soldiers receiving medical shots onboard USS Lenatee APA-195 before their May 7, 1965 landing at Chu Lai, South Vietnam. Hospitalman Dan Skinner of Milford, Michigan administers a plague shot to SSgt Robert L. Clark of Greenville, South Carolina. Photograph taken by J.F. Falk (PHI) for the US Navy. Defense Department Photo (Marines Corps) A184510.

Marines inspect the aftermath of airstrikes on enemy Viet Cong positions in the Demilitarized Zone during the Vietnam War. The photo shows destroyed tunnels and caves used by the Viet Cong to hide and ambush American forces. Taken in 1966, this Defense Department photo captures the aftermath of the intense military activities in the area.

A UH-34 helicopter from the 222nd Squadron hovers above the "Rock Pile" tour, a surveillance post located south of the demilitarized zone in Vietnam. The helicopter performs an impressive one-wheeled landing on top of the 3rd Marine Division outpost. The Marines stationed at the post monitor multiple trails in the dense jungle used by North Vietnamese soldiers. Photograph taken by Pfé. E. Cole on September 26, 1966. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) reference number A187836.

Gunnery Sergeant William T. Manning, NCOIC of Motion Picture Section, 3rd Marine Division Photo Lab, observing the loading of 6x6 trucks before their transfer to Phu Bai, RVN. Corporal David B. Parks seen securing lumber for the construction of a new Photo Van extension on the side of the truck. January 22, 1967, Vietnam.

"Army mechanic SP4 Roger E. Bradley performs a pre-flight inspection on a Bird Dog observation plane before a mission scouting for enemy fortifications. The photo captures the maintenance activities of the 220th Aviation Company during the Vietnam War. Photograph taken by WO J. Smith on January 11, 1966."

Admiral John S. McCain, Jr., Commander in Chief, Pacific Forces shakes hands with Lance Corporal Wilfred Colon, 20, from Vineland, N.J., during the Admiral's visit to the 1st Medical Battalion on December 24th, 1969. Colonel is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Pedro Colon. Defense Department photo.

Aerial photograph taken on March 4, 1971, shows an aerial view of Baldy during the Vietnam War. The photo was taken by Sgt C.E. Kissmann of the 1st Marine Division. The image is stamped with the identification number "AMD-298-16-71" and is described as a defense department photo.

An American Prisoner of War in a confinement compound in North Vietnam receives an order from a guard. This photograph is part of the Confinement Series of Operation Homecoming, showing the conditions endured by prisoners during the Vietnam War. Defense Department photo taken by the Marine Corps.

This photograph, taken in 1967 in Vietnam, shows a collection of captured communist weapons. Among them are fifteen Soviet 12.7mm Heavy Machineguns, specifically the DShK 38 and 38/46 models. Additionally, there is a Chinese Communist 12.7mm Heavy Machinegun, known as the Type 54. This image is part of the Defense Department's collection, specifically the Marine Corps archives. The photograph has the reference number A421661 and was priced at $27 at the time.

Senator Henry Bellmon of Oklahoma enjoys a meal with constituents in the messhall of the 7th Marine Regiment on Hill 55 during his visit to Vietnam on July 2, 1969. The photograph was taken by Sgt. A.V. Huffman and is part of the Defense Department's collection (Marine Corps), with the identification number A372122.

U.S. Marines of "3" Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines crossing a stream during Operation Scotland II in December 1968. This image shows the marines moving toward the operation area located east of Vandergrift Combat Base. Photograph taken by Sgt M. Padilla, 3rd Mar Div. DEFENSE DEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) bh 4800557 127 GVE-746.

Marine Recon Team leader checking his patrol upon disembarking from a Ch-46 Sea Knight helicopter in the uue Son Mountains. Date: September 19, 1970. Photog: Maj. J. Lewis. The team was inserted by Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 364. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps). Code: bh422849127.

American soldiers returning to Khe Sanh after engaging with the North Vietnamese Army. The photograph captures a medical evacuation on February 23, 1968. It shows soldiers from III MAF Vietnam being transported back for medical treatment. This image was taken by Sgt Patterson and is a Defense Department photo of the Marines in action during the Vietnam War.

US Marines providing close air support during an air strike mission on October 29, 1967 in Vietnam. The photo shows Marines in front of a convoy enroute to a location known as Rockpille. The image was taken by Lieutenant Cummins and is part of the Defense Department's archive.

General Raymond G. Davis, on the left, accepts the last American Flag flown over a Marine Combat unit in Vietnam from Major General Alan J. Armstrong on the right. The presentation was made on behalf of Colonel P. X. Kelly, Commanding Officer of 1st Marine Regiment. This photo was taken in 1970 during a ceremony.

August 23, 1966 - View from 2nd Battalion/4th Marine Regiment Command Post towards Rockpile and Razorback during the Vietnam War. Two bombs, or 155mm rounds, explode behind "E" Company's forward elements after a firefight had ended at approximately 1800 (6:00 PM). Photo courtesy of Captain Edwin W. Besch. Official U.S. Marine Corps photo, USMC #532579.

Khe Gio Bridge on Route 9, near Camp Carroll in Vietnam was constructed by the 11th Engineer Battalion in October 1968. This 36mm negative photograph, taken by the Defense Department (Marine Corps), showcases the sturdy bridge that was instrumental in military activities during the Vietnam War.

Soldiers from Battalion Landing Team let Battalion, 26th Marines participate in exercises aboard the USS IND JIMA during activities at sea on July 12, 1966. This photograph was taken by Sgt J. A. Cothran and is part of the collection of Photographs of American Military Activities during the Vietnam war.

Caption: Aircraft pods belonging to Marine Reconnaissance Squadron (VCJ-1) are seen lined up in the foreground, while vans and sound-out bounds of (VMCJ) are aligned on the flight line in the background. This photograph was taken on July 9, 1970 and is part of the equipment documentation during the Vietnam War by Sgt R.M. Halson.

Marines of 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, provide medical aid to wounded members of Company "A" during operations near Charlie Ridge Area, approximately 15 miles southwest of Dalang. The image shows HM Sykes, a medical personnel, being assisted by fellow Marines in treating the injured. Photo taken on April 20, 1970, by Sgt. Labrecque of the US Military.

A marine, Corporal Maynard J. Belt, provides security for Corporal Charles B. Offutt as he places a C-4 charge in the entrance of a bunker during a demolition disposal operation. The photograph was taken on May 22, 1970, by Cpl R.L. Pearson.

USMC and Vietnamese buildings and bunkers are seen in this image taken on August 31, 1970, during the Vietnam War. The photograph, taken by LCpl R. E. Wright, shows a Buddhist Temple that was attacked and damaged. The head Monk of the temple was tied up and killed after refusing to give money to the attackers. The assailants left his body on the temple's steps. The image is a Defense Department photograph (Marine Corps) with the reference mis A373394 127 GVB-327.

Marine Corps members of the 1st Marine Division Band, Corporal Norm A. MacDonald and Staff Sergeant Mario G. Casarez, are seen with their weapons and instruments at the Phu Le village country fair in Vietnam on August 11, 1966. This photo captures their attendance at the fair during the Vietnam War.

Members of the 1st Marine Division are seen setting up an M-60 machine gun to provide cover for soldiers from "L" Co., 3rd Bn., Seventh Marines during Operation Arizona on June 15, 1967. The operation took place 14 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam. Photo by LCpl W.A. Porter, taken for the Defense Department.

Marine Private First Class George Page, age 19, volunteers at the HOA KHANH Children's Hospital in Danang, Vietnam. He is seen feeding one of the patients while another child eats an apple. Page, a member of Ration Company, Supply Battalion, Force Logistic Command, assists the night nurses by playing with the patients and helping with their supper. The photo was taken on September 21, 1970, by Sgt. Al Wiegand and is part of the collection documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from the 3rd Marine Division taking a swim in the Vinh Phouc River along the custy road between Dong Ha and Quang Tri in Vietnam on August 22, 1968.

Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, presents an organ to the China Beach Orphanage during a visit. Children are seen gathered around him, showcasing the support provided by the American military to Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War.

A CH-46 Marine Sea Night helicopter hoists Marines of the 5th Marine Regiment from dense vegetation northwest of De Nang in Vietnam during 1972. This 35mm negative photograph was taken by Sergeant Fisher and is part of the Defense Department's photography collection.

Marines from the 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade are seen unloading from a ship at Danang on March 8, 1965. They had recently arrived from Okinawa as part of the 3rd Marine Division's advance elements. This photograph was taken by GySgt R.F. Hallahan and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

During Operation Piranha on September 7 and 8, 1965, an LPH, 2 LSTS, and an AKA from the Amphibious Task Force were stationed offshore to aid US Marines and South Vietnamese troops in battling the Viet Cong. This photo captures the beachhead during the operation.

Lance Corporal Glenn Whitman, a scout with the S-2 Section, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines, is seen checking a map with three soldiers from the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) during a reconnaissance patrol on April 26, 1965, in Danang, Vietnam. The photograph was taken by Sgt. R.R. Reynolds and is cataloged under the reference number 3D-10-528-65.

Sgt. James Cline of Greenroad, Kentucky, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, retrieves a snake from an unoccupied spider hole during operations in Vietnam. The Viet Cong would put snakes in hidden holes and tunnels to attack Marines conducting searches. This photo was taken on August 18, 1965, by Cpl. J. Gorak, and is from the collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War. (Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps)

Marines at Nui Dang International, located 30 miles south of Can Isi, use the small, muddy heliport for Operation Dodato in the Vietnam War. The heliport serves as a key communications hub for the transportation of troops and supplies via helicopters, namely the Marine Corps' A421650 127 GVB-168 aircraft.

Marines from "C" Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, move cautiously through a forest that has been bombarded during Operation Prairie II in Cam Lo Province on March 18, 1967. This photograph was captured by photographer Leighty during the military operation.

A Kit Carson Scout, Luc Leong, and Marine Sergeant Nguyen Duc maintain communication during an operation 19 miles south of Danang. Luc is a member of the Golf Company Combined Unie Pacification Platoon (CUPP) of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines under the 1st Marine Division. They are seen in this photograph taken by Staff Sergeant M.S. Merriman on December 29, 1970. Private Robert D. Hayes from Hopkinsville, Kentucky, is also featured in the image. Department of Defense Photo (United States Marine Corps) A373819.

Marine scout dogs are seen in formation during an obedience training session in Vietnam. The dogs' handlers are undergoing training conducted by the Force Logistic Command's 3rd Military Police Battalion, with classes led by experienced scout dog handlers. This photograph was taken on November 14, 1968, by Sgt J. S. Addington. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A192381.

Hue market-place destroyed during a Viet Cong attack. Photograph taken on February 14, 1968 during Operation Hue City.

In this photograph taken on September 17, 1968, a Marine Sea Knight helicopter is seen hovering above a wounded Marine in the Demilitarized Zone of South Vietnam. Elements of the Fourth and Ninth Marine Regiments, 3d Marine Division were conducting operations in the area, searching for North Vietnamese soldiers, enemy supplies, and weapons caches. Marine helicopters provided immediate medical evacuations for wounded Marines, utilizing specially designed hoists to lift them from the difficult terrain. This image was captured by SSgt D. L. Shearer and is labeled as an "Emergency I-A" situation.

Sergeant Major Herbert J. Sweet, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, interacts with Vietnamese children during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken in January 1967, showcasing a brief exchange between American military personnel and local civilians. It reflects daily interactions that occurred between American soldiers and the Vietnamese population during the conflict.

Marines prepare for Operation MEADE RIVER at An Hoa landing zone in Vietnam. Rations, ammunition, and fuel are being loaded onto vehicles by the Force Logistic Command (FLC) for Marine infantry units participating in the operation. These supplies are crucial for the successful execution of combat missions. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) jld A192297 127 GVS-328 HS au C 38-4-4-8.

Marine Corps construction of a pontoon bridge across the Perfume river in Vietnam, January 3, 1968. The 785-foot bridge was completed in just a few days by 3rd Division Marines. This photograph was taken by Corporal E.J. Baggs and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

A member of "Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, inspects captured enemy weapons and ammunition discovered near An Hoa Combat Base during Operation Outrigger. This January 24, 1969 photograph was taken by Hildreth, a photographer for the Defense Department, and is numbered 3D-4-10-047-69. It shows 3rd Marine Division personnel performing a routine check. DEFENSE DEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) bh 4800566 127 GVB -70."

Above image shows US Marine Pfc M.J. Debe, 22, teaching English to Vietnamese students at Camp Carroll in the Republic of Vietnam in August 1967. Debe was part of the 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division. Photograph taken by LCpl Brown.

Marines of Battalion Landing Team 3/4 marching past a burial area at the helicopter pickup area in Danang, Vietnam on April 14, 1965. The unit was airlifted to Hus Airport, situated approximately 80 miles north of Danang. The image shows a grave purportedly adorned with a Viet Cong marker. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A183965, published in GVB-85.

Soldiers take cover in a covered trench on the air strip at Khe Sanh combat base in Vietnam on March 15, 1968. The photograph, taken by Moore, shows protective measures taken by American military during the Vietnam War. Government photo ID: A801109.

Marines of 2nd Squadron, 1st Platoon, "L" Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, are seen wading through a rain-swollen river during a sweep operation in Vietnam. The photograph, taken on October 19, 1968, captures the combat activities of the Marines as they navigate difficult terrain. Attribution: Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps), taken by Cpl. B. R. Sanchez.

Marine Antracks crossing a river to deploy a company in a blocking position during Operation Arizona, situated 25 miles southeast of Da Nang, Vietnam on June 19, 1967. The Antracks remained in this location for 6 days. This photograph was taken by C.D. Thomas and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

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