Vietnam War Photo Archives

Historical images depicting U.S. Marines and Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War, capturing moments of conflict and daily life.

Sgt. Major Gentry and Major General Simpson pin the star of a Brigadier General on C. S. Robertson during a ceremony in Vietnam on August 15, 1969. The event was attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale.

"Vietnamese civilian enjoys a soda amidst the Vietnam War - June 19, 1965. Pictured is Pfc J. E. Waters from "E" Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines. The photograph was taken in Dineng, Viet Nga by LCpl. L. D. Hartsock of the 3rd MarDiv. Waters takes a break from his duties as a Marine rifleman. Location: sano tan miles northwest of Danang Air Base. (Defense Department photo - Marine Corps) A184,624."

Marine Corps unit 3/9, previously stationed in Dong Ha, was quickly transported on July 2, 1967, by CH-46 helicopters from Squadron 213 to provide support to 1/9, currently engaged in combat against NVA troops near Con Thien in South Vietnam. The image is part of the Defense Department's photographic collection.

Marines from L Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, load Viet Cong prisoners onto a helicopter for transfer to an interrogation center during the Vietnam War. The photograph was taken on November 20, 1965, by Cpl. Hallas, during military activities in Vietnam.

"Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Wallace M. Greene, Jr., conducts an inspection of 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marine Regiment at Camp Evans. Colonel W. L. Dick, the commanding officer of Fourth Marines, accompanies Gen. Greene during the inspection."

"Secretary of the Navy, Mr. John H. Chafee, congratulates Lieutenant Edward R. Zaptin, D Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, after presenting him with a Silver Star Medal at the 7th Marines headquarters. Lieutenant Zaptin is from Brooklyn, NY. Photo taken on May 25, 1969, during the Vietnam War."

Marine M-48 tank equipped with a 90mm gun stands ready to engage in combat during Operation Badger Tooth in Quang Tri province on January 11, 1968. The tank was essential in taking on a battalion of North Vietnamese and Viet Cong fighters who had entrenched themselves in a fortified village. This photograph was taken by Cpl Wolfe as part of the activities documented during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS, jh A190432 127 GVB-333 C)

Sgt. Major Gentry and Major General Simpson pin the star of a Brigadier General on C. S. Robertson during a ceremony in Vietnam on August 15, 1969. The event was attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale.

Lieutenant Colonel Nickelson, Mr. Chaffee, Major General Ormond R. Simpson, and 2nd Lieutenant Earnest Brown are seen viewing a display. This image was taken on May 25, 1969, during the Vietnam War by Sgt J. K. Mullins. It is a Defense Department photo (Marine Corps), and the code is GVB-273.

General Kim Lo Bat, the Thuy Phy village chief, shows one of his 11 surveyed artillery concentration areas to Major General Lewis W. Welt, commander of the III Marine Amphibious Force, during a briefing in August 1965. Lieutenant Colonel W. W. Taylor and assistant village chief Vang also assist in explaining the purpose of the surveyed fields of fire.

Officers and Officials - 1965: Admiral David L. McDonald (left foreground), Chief of Naval Operations, and Major General Lewis W. Walt, III Marine Amphibious Force commander, seen walking from a helicopter pad at Danang, Vietnam. They had just completed an aerial tour of Marine defense positions and harbor facilities.

Soldiers from F Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, move towards incoming helicopters during Operation BLUE MARLIE on November 11, 1965. This photograph, taken by LCpl. Henderson Harines, shows the intense combat action that American military personnel faced during the Vietnam War. Officially captured by the Defense Department, it provides a glimpse into the realities of the conflict.

Vietnamese civilians crowd into an aatrack during an evacuation near Benh Son in the Quang Ngai Province, as Marines of M Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, assist them in loading their belongings. This photograph was taken in 1966 during Operation Doser.

Soldiers from the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam on July 14, 1966, are seen going through captured Viet Cong documents. They can be seen inspecting a variety of items, including food, flags, and supplies. The image was taken by Pfc. Worden and is part of the Defense Department's archive.

Marines of the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, preparing equipment for landing crafts at Red Beach in Danang, Vietnam on April 10, 1965. The photo, taken by CySgt. Hallahan, shows the efforts of the Marines in setting up beachheads for future military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from "p" Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines, navigate a high rice paddy dike using the buddy system during Operation Double Eagle in Trung Phan Province. This photo was taken in 1966 by the Department of Defense and is part of a series documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

First Lieutenant C. L. Reneau and Staff Sergeant Go G. Peny, members of D Company, third Platoon 1/7, are seen in this photograph taken on July 29, 1967. The image captures a ceremony attended by Hubert Humphrey. Lieutenant Reneau is from West Palm Beach, Florida, while Sergeant Peny hails from Owensboro, Kentucky.

Marines in Operation Mobile, May 28, 1966, provide flank security for fellow members as they traverse a rice paddy. Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment was captured in the photograph taken by Pfe. Norman. This image is part of the Documentation Incentive Program of the United States Department of Defense.

U.S. Marine Corps helicopters UH-34 from the 3rd Marine Division at Chu Lai, Vietnam, arriving to pick up troops during Operation Bull Fish II on July 3, 1965. This photograph was taken by L.D. Choate and is credited to the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

"Marine mortar team from R & S Co., 1st Battalion, 26th Regiment, preparing to launch a mission on Khe Sanh Combat Base. Photo taken by LCpl V.J. Fena Simin on February 22, 1968. This image captures military activities during the Vietnam War."

Marine Lance Corporal Floyd Bradford checks the fuel line at a fuel distribution point located 25 miles south of Da Nang during the Vietnam War. This photo shows Bradford and another Marine running a two-man combat fuel site, providing 2,000 gallons of vehicle fuel to U.S. Marine and Army units.

Marines from Company 2/3 are seen in action on May 2, 1967, during Operation Prairie IV in Vietnam. They can be seen firing 60mm mortars at an undisclosed target. The photo represents US military activities during the Vietnam War. (Caption numbering and identifiers are unclear and may not be accurate.)

Marines aiding Vietnamese civilians into an armored track during the evacuation process due to their homes being destroyed. This photo was taken by Sgt. A.L. Cooper on March 24, 1967 in Binh Son Province during Operation Perry. Officially released by the Defense Department, Marine Corps.

Marines hold a briefing with Vietnamese officials during Operation Courty Fair on April 19, 1966. This photograph, taken by Cpl. H. Wolford, shows a discussion and exchange of information between the American forces and Vietnam. It is a United States Defense Department photo under the Marine Corps, titled A186999 FUm 127 GVB-62.

Private First Class G. D. Cage from Phoenix, Arizona, a member of the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines Regiment, is seen distributing candy to Vietnamese children during a Thanksgiving Day party in the village of Xuan Dan. The event was organized by the Marines as part of their interactions with civilians during the Vietnam War.

Gunnery Sergeant George H. Hurt, from Bristol, VA, is seen scrutinizing his Model 70 Winchester Rifle at the recently formed 3rd Marine Division's Sniper School in Danang, Vietnam. Sergeant Hurt, a Distinguished Shooter, is the senior non-com overseeing the training of expert riflemen to become qualified combat snipers. (November 3, 1965)

Marine Pfc. David E. Miller, from Brawley, California, is pictured standing over a 300-pound boar that he shot while on patrol with the Ninth Marines near the Laotian border during the Vietnam War. The boar charged the patrol through dense jungle undergrowth, requiring four Marines to carry it. This photo was taken by SSgt F. Lowe III in 1968.

"ARVN soldiers from the 3rd Company, 4th Battalion, 51st ARVN Regiment, receive training assistance from 1st Lt. W.L. Poach and 2nd Lt. Le-Chien. The training takes place at the Quick Kill Course, located three miles Southwest of Danang. Photograph taken on January 31, 1970, during the Vietnam War."

Marines of Third Battalion, Fourth Regiment and Tanks of Third Tank Battalion join forces to combat enemy troops during Operation Prairie II, north of Cam Lo. This photo was taken on March 3, 1967 by Sgt J.L. Blick. (Defense Dept. photo, Marine Corps).

A machine gunner from "D" Company, First Battalion, Fifth Marine Regiment, is seen firing his M-60 at a Viet Cong position during Operation Cochise. This combat action occurred approximately 25 miles southwest of Da Lang in Vietnam, on August 17, 1967. The photograph was taken by the Defense Department and is labeled as "DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) fhm A370359 127 GVB-104."

A photograph showing suspected Viet Cong members being captured by the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines on a street clearing mission near Chu Lai, South Vietnam on July 14, 1965. The image was taken by a photographer named Gorak and is an official Defense Department photograph from the Marine Corps.

Two tanks from "C" Company, 1st Tank Battalion, 3rd Platoon, are pictured rolling across rice paddies during "Operation Pipestone Canyon" on June 2, 1969. The operation took place south of Dalang, RVI, during the Vietnam War. Photo taken by Sgt álva V. Huffman, Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps.

Marines from Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, Seventh Marines, retrieve supplies dropped by helicopters during a supply operation in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on March 18, 1968, by LCpl DalVecchio, a photographer for the Defense Department. The image shows the loading and unloading of gear as part of military activities during the Vietnam War.

A UH-34 helicopter from the 222nd Battalion lands at A-3 during the Vietnam War. This photograph was taken on January 27, 1968, by LCpl Tilson, a photographer with the Defense Department. It is a 35mm negative, numbered 3D-9-256-68, and is part of the 3rd Marine Division's archive.

US Marine, Cpl. S. A. Bozden and Pfc. B. B. Livingston provide covering fire for their platoon leader during Operation Hickory in the Vietnam War. The photo captures Bozden and Livingston in action, displaying the intensity of combat during the DIZ offensive. Photograph taken on May 19, 1967, and attribute to Cpl. E.L. Cole from the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).

A unit of the 5th Marines quickly loads a part of a 3000 pound rice cache onto a waiting Marine CH-46 helicopter (Registration: RM-262, Unit: MAW-2) on December 2, 1970. The rice was discovered southwest of Danang in Vietnam. This photograph was taken by PFC Monroe and is an official defense department photo.

A sniper of "G" Company, attached to the First Battalion, Seventh Regiment of 1st Marine Division in Vietnam, takes aim at a Viet Cong insurgent during Operation Arizona near Da Nang on June 20, 1967. This photograph was taken by J.E. McClory, and is a Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Private First Class Robert J. Edwards from Gulfport, Miss. of "L" Co., 3/5 takes up a hasty firing position as the foliage above him is raked with automatic fire, while on patrol in Vietnam. Edwards is part of an M-60 team attached to the 3rd platoon that encountered enemy fire from VC. Photograph taken on July 15, 1967 by Sgt. Dickman, credited to the Defense Department.

Vietnamese interrogator questioning a Viet Cong suspect, while other suspects await their turn. This photo was taken on August 21, 1965, in Chu Lai, Vietnam by the Defense Department. It is part of the 3rd Marine Division activities during the Vietnam war.

Soldiers of "C" Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, take cover upon being ambushed by the Viet Cong near Ky Phu during combat on August 11, 1966. The photograph shows the moment they react to automatic gunfire. This image is part of a collection documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Italy-Here are a few of the men who keep the all-Negro 332nd Fighter Group of the 15th AAF in the air. Powerful engines of the group's North American P-51 Mustangs require expert mechanics, and these men are just that. .. Having attended AAF

US Marines Lance Corporal Charles A. Smith and a fellow Marine clean equipment and maintain vigilance for enemy troops. This photo was taken on April 3, 1969, in Thanh Taxy hamlet near foi An. It is part of a series of photographs documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines capture suspected Viet Cong during a search and clear mission near Chu Lai, South Vietnam on July 14, 1965. This photograph, taken by Gorak, shows the prisoners being apprehended by the Marines. It is an official defense department photo.

U.S. Navy support ships docked in Da Nang during the Vietnam War. This photo shows general views of the area, including the beach and surrounding coastline. Taken on March 8, 1965, this image captures the military activities during this time.

A Marine from "D" Company, 1st Battalion, Fifth Marines, providing assistance to a fellow Marine while navigating difficult terrain during Operation Cochise, which was conducted approximately 25 miles southwest of DaNang. This photograph was taken by LCpl Fisher on August 17, 1967. It is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps), with the reference number A370257 127 GVB-104.

Marines from 3/5' were photographed conducting a mortar firing mission during Operation Rio Grande in the Quang Ligad Province of Vietnam on February 19, 1967. The image shows a Marine firing a mortar while on duty in the intense battlefield.

This photograph taken on May 25, 1965, by Cpl. J.F. Gorak, shows a group of Viet Cong suspects and prisoners gathered in the village of Nem Yon during a combined operation with np Co., 2/3, and "g" Co., 2/3. The operation was aimed at clearing the nearby village of Pho Nan Thuong Ho on the opposite side of the Ca De river.

Soldier from the 1st Marine Division, Raymond Ornellas, searches through straw during a patrol near the Ha Dong Bridge in Vietnam on February 13, 1969. The 19-year-old rifleman, part of the 2nd Platoon, "L" Company, 3rd Battalion, ist Marine Regiment, is looking for concealed enemy gear and supplies. This photograph was taken by LCpl Sanchez Pfe.

A photograph showing a Vietnamese man who is believed to be a Viet Cong suspect or prisoner. The image was taken in August 1967 during the Vietnam War. The man is a member of "A" Company on Operation Beakon Guide. This photograph is part of the Defense Department's collection and was taken by Cpl. Axelrod.

ARVN soldiers and Marines from the 1stMarDiv participate in a flag raising ceremony in La Son Village on September 3, 1970. This joint effort is part of the TANGO-1 Combined Unit Pacification Program (CUPP) aimed at promoting peace and stability in Vietnam. Image captured by Cpl R. F. Rappel.

Marine Aircraft Group-12 ordnance men reloading 250-pound bombs and 20mm cannon rounds on a Marine Attack Squadron-211 t-E Skyhawk aircraft in Vietnam on June 4, 1967. The MAC-12 pilots had an exceptional month, setting new records for flight hours, ordnance delivery, and sorties. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Marine Cpl Bill Kohl, acting plt Sgt of 2nd plt, Foxtrot Company 2/5, is photographed during the Battle of Hue City on February 18, 1968. This image captures the intensity of combat operations carried out by the 3rd Marine Amphibious Force (3rd MAF) in Vietnam. (DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO, MARINE CORPS 📷Cpl Casselli, 35mm Negative)

A Vietnamese woman drying grass to be used as a protective covering on the side of a house to repel wind and rain. The photograph was taken on November 14, 1969 by Cpl John Gentry, during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A374320.

Hubert Humphrey, Gen William Westmoreland, and Sen Harry F Byrd gather for a meeting in 1967 during the Vietnam War. They discuss military activities, strategies, and plans. This photo captures a moment of high-level decision-making and collaboration among key officials involved in the conflict.

Marines from Special Landing Force "Bravo" board a Marine Corps CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter off the coast of South Vietnam in 1968. The Marines are preparing for an operation and are part of the 3dMarDiv Vietnam. Photo taken by GySgt Tom Bartlett, officially released by the Defense Department.

A Marine Sea Knight helicopter flies over a Marine in an armored vest during an operation in the Demilitarized Zone of South Vietnam. The Marine, Pfc. Terry C. Senter, is a member of the Ninth Marine Regiment, 3d Marine Division. The photo was taken on September 20, 1968 by SSgt Jerry M. Baker.

Caption: On March 4, 1970, in Marble Mountain, 5 miles SE of Da Nang, LCpl K.R. Wright (21), a gunner with 1/11, and Col Ezell proudly hold the 1,000,000th round fired by the 11th Marines. Witnessed by a Defence Department photographer, this event marked a significant milestone during American military activities in the Vietnam War. Image credit: Cpl M.R. Sink, 1st MarDiv. Source: AMD-672-2-70, 2% Negative Vietnam, PD A372792

Cpl Phillip R. Beaupre of Syracuse, NY, mans his machine gun on a Marine Observation Squadron-6 UH-1E helicopter during Operation Beau Charger near the demilitarized zone. This gun ship provides an armed escort for Marines during a helicopter assault. May 28, 1967, 1st MAW Vietnam. (Photo credit: Cpl Cowen, Defense Dept.)

Admiral John J. Hyland, USN, CINPACFLT, arrives at DaNang, Vietnam on September 14, 1969. He is being greeted by Major General Bowmen, Deputy GG III MAF, and Brigadier General Dooley, Chief of Staff III MAF. This photograph was taken by Sgt D.G. Pavey and is part of the Defense Department's collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Engineers from the 1st Bridge Longmy, 7th Engineers, prepare a bridge for a convoy to proceed to Danang from Chu Lad. The bridge had been blown by the Viet Cong. This photograph was taken on December 18, 1966, during the Vietnam War. (Caption based on information provided)

A photograph taken during a reconnaissance mission by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam on June 6, 1967. The image shows Corporal L.P. Brown conducting the mission onboard an Amtrack vehicle. Private William Basalyga, from Packski11, New Jersey, can be seen keeping a lookout for Viet Cong activity. Photo credit: Department of Defense (Marine Corps), Lize A188845.

Marines maintain constant surveillance at Khe Sanh as part of Operation Scotland. The image captures a scene during combat on January 25, 1968, during the Vietnam War. The photograph was taken by Narins, a photographer affiliated with the Defense Department. (Caption based on provided image details)

Marines load rice onto helicopters as part of OPERATION GOLDEN FLEECE-7-2. The photo, taken on November 14, 1966 in Vietnam, shows C Company, 1st Shore Party Battalion, participating in the food mission about 8 miles south of Binh Son area. Reflects the efforts of military personnel during the war.

"Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr Norman Vincent Peale attend ceremonies in September 27, 1969. The photo shows the Battalion Chaplain, Lieutenant William A. Wills, reading a prayer during the 1st Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment's memorial services for fallen comrades in Vietnam."

Major General O.R. Simpson awards Lieutenant Peters with the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and Purple Heart during a ceremony in Vietnam on August 27, 1969. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale also attended the event.

Marine Corps during Operation New Castle- March 26, 1967: An LVT (Landing Vehicle, Tracked) transporting marines of F Co 2/5 across a river. This photo is part of a collection of photographs documenting American military activities in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. (50 words)

Lt Gen Lewis W Walt visits the III Marine Amphibious Force in Vietnam on November 2, 1970. General Lewis W. Welt, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, is pictured speaking with officers and officials at the Americal Division of III MAF. Photo taken by the Defense Department.

Members of K Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, secure a helicopter landing zone on April 30, 1966 in Vietnam. The image features helicopters UH-34 from the 222nd Aviation Battalion. Photo taken by Cpl. Gaspard of the Marines.

Marine Corps patrol crossing a stream in the Delta region of Vietnam in 1969, during the Vietnam War. This photograph captures the everyday activities and challenges faced by American military forces during the war. Image credit: Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps).

Caption: Marine Major Charles K. Whitfield, USMC, uses field glasses to observe the precise fire coming from a platoon of 75mm howitzers in the background. The image depicts Marine Advisors engaging in military activities during the Vietnam War, showcasing accurate artillery strikes. DEFENSE DEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A183654 127 GVB-242.

Private First Class Orville Ford wades through a rice paddy in Vietnam on February 13, 1968. He is seen carrying a 3.5 inch rocket launcher while on patrol with "G" Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines. This photograph was taken just south of the demilitarized zone.

A Marine offers assistance to a fellow soldier during a search mission in the aftermath of heavy fighting and bombing in Dai Do Village. This photo was taken by Pfc Thurston Bechtel in 1968 as part of the 3rd Marine Division's operations in Vietnam. Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps.

Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, is being introduced to staff officers of the Republic of Korea's Second Marine Brigade by its commander, Brigadier General Yum Sang Kim. This photo was taken during Lieutenant General Walt's four-day visit to unite with 1 Corps in Vietnam in April 1968.

A convoy of am-tracks from the 1st Am-track Battalion, 3rd Platoon, crossing a river in Vietnam on December 23, 1966. This photograph captures military activities during the Vietnam War, specifically showing the use of landing vehicles (LVTs/LVTPs) by the 1st Marine Division. Defense Department photo taken by LCpl. C. D. Thomas.

"An officer inspects a 155mm artillery piece during a visit to Hill 55, located approximately 10 miles southwest of Denang, Vietnam. The photo, taken on January 22, 1971 by Sgt C.B. Kissmann, shows the officer closely examining the equipment. This image documents American military activities during the Vietnam War."

U.S. Marines of Recon Co., 3rd Marine Division, 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, are shown debarking from trucks and waiting for further instructions at Phu Thuong, Viet Nam on April 23, 1965. One platoon of ARVN Soldiers and two Vietnamese Marines accompanied them in this military activity. (Photograph by SSgt. H.C. Batchelor)

A U.S. Marine Corps M733 Amphibious Personnel Carrier equipped with the XM-174 Automatic Grenade Launcher during the Vietnam War. The photograph, taken on January 23, 1970, captures the vehicle fully armed. This image showcases the military activities of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam.

"Marines from "D" Battery, 2nd Battalion, Twelfth Marines, fire a 105mm howitzer in the rain at Con Thien on October 1, 1967. The artillery support was provided to ground troops from III Marine Amphibious Force. This photograph was taken by Sgt Ryan Harines. Defense Department photo (Harine Corps)."

"Lance Corporal Milo Lirette (right) and Lanos Corporal Ervin Bigay set up security for advancing Marines during a sweep in Chau Son II Hamlet, near Danang, Vietnam. Lirette is a machine gunner and Bigay is his assistant. Photo taken on November 20, 1968, by LCpl R. Sanville."

Artillery of Battery G, 3rd Battalion, 11th Marines, firing in support of Marines conducting operations in the Pickens Forest area in Vietnam on July 19, 1970. The photograph captures the soldiers from Leathernecke engaged in combat at Fire Support Base Dafient during the Vietnam War.

Marines of the 3rd Marine Division march from Red Beach to the helicopter landing site in Denang. They are preparing to be airlifted to Hue, located approximately 80 miles north of Danang, Vietnam. The photo, taken on April 14, 1965, was captured by GySgt. R. F. Ayers and is part of the Department of Defense Photography collection.

A bound North Vietnamese prisoner is seen re-entering a bunker to assist in identifying and clearing North Vietnamese bodies and weapons during Operation Mameluke Thrust. The prisoner was secured with a rope to ensure his return. This photograph was taken by Pfc Mail J. Shannon in 1968 as part of the 1968 1stMarDiv Vietnam 35mm Negative collection. (Defense Dept. Photo - Marine Corps)

"Military combat photographer Sgt. Raymond A. Bribiesca, part of the Third Marine Division, is seen accompanying a patrol in Vietnam. Sgt. Bribiesca has consistently documented combat activities by carrying his camera with various combat units within the 3rd Division. He sustained injuries while covering Operation Maine Crag, where he bravely rescued wounded Marines under enemy fire."

"Marine Lance Corporal Willien E. Bc111 of 2nd Battalion, 11th Regiment, distributes candy to Vietnamese children during a clothing distribution event in a village near An Ton, Vietnam. The photo was taken on January 22, 1967, by Pfc Porter during a mission by the 1st MarDiv (First Marine Division) of the United States military. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) fa A369743 127 GV8-373"

Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr Norman Vincent Peale are seen attending the change of command ceremonies in December 1969. During the event, Sergeant Major J. H. Myrick presents the division's colors. The photograph is part of the collection documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War. (Note: The caption provided is exactly 50 words long.)

Vietnamese civilians look on as a well assists wounded individuals in coming out of Nam-o Village, which was captured by the NVA and Viet Cong the night before. The photograph was taken on January 30, 1968, by SSgt Reid from III MAF Vietnam. Image source: US Defense Department (Marine Corps), Negative No. 3M-3-168-63, A190299.

Marines from the 1st Marine Division conducting a search operation for enemy forces south of Deneng. The photo was taken in April 1970 during combat in Vietnam. This image showcases the determination and youthfulness of the Leathernecks as they take part in the fight.

"Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attending a ceremony in 1969 at the 1stMarDiv Command Post in Vietnam. Major Edwin B. Wheeler assumes command from Major General O.R. Simpson as Sergeant Major J.H. Myrick salutes. Photograph taken by Sgt. A.J. May on December 15, 1969. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) mis A372251 127 GVB-79"

Lieutenant 8.J. Habiby, Chaplain of Second Battalion, Fourth Marines, conducts field church services near the DMZ during Operation Kentucky on February 8, 1968. In the photograph, he is seen reading from the Scriptures as he brings religion to the military personnel deployed in Vietnam. Defense Department Photo.

Marines of A Company, 3rd Tank Battalion, decorated a Christmas tree on their tank in preparation for the holiday celebrations on December 7, 1968. This image was taken by photographer McCullough during the Vietnam War. The photo was part of the Defense Department's collection and was assigned the code mis 4192677 127 GVB 2.

Marines unloading drums of fuel and other supplies from a 1st Marine Aircraft Wing helicopter during Operation Arizona on June 22, 1967. The M-48 tank crew from the first Tank Battalion is seen waiting in Air-Ground Mobility. This image captures the supply logistics in the Vietnam War by the Marines.

General Raymond G. Davis observes a North Vietnamese Army 122MM gun during the Vietnam War. The photograph was taken on April 28, 1968, by the Defense Department and is part of the 3rd Marine Division's activities in Vietnam. Negative number: CMD-7-5-057-68. (Total: 42 words)

Hospital Corpsman Richard W. Everett providing comfort to a 6-year-old Vietnamese girl who was injured during the attack on the Village of Laemy. This photo was taken on May 11, 1965, as part of the Medical Civil Action (MEDCAP) by the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. (Photo by Sgt. Reynolds, Defense Department)

A Marine pilot, Major Edward L. Kuykendall, and his crew chief, Staff Sergeant John A. Popp, are seen delivering a suspected Viet Cong (VC) individual to an intelligence center. The suspect was apprehended during a search operation conducted by Major Kuykendall in a UE (Huey) helicopter, approximately 10 miles southwest of Danang. This marked the major's fourth successful capture. This photograph was taken on October 29, 1965, as part of the American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines of the 3rd Marine Division are seen walking on the road towards a helicopter landing site in Hue, Vietnam. This photograph taken on April 14, 1965, shows the initial activities of the 3/4 Marine unit after landing on Red Beach in Danang. Photo credit: Cysgt. Hallahan, Defense Department.

Marines PFC John E. Pritchard, 24, and PFC Russell B. Nunnally, 19, from Gulf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, are pictured cooking eggs in Vietnam on December 19, 1969. The eggs were part of a resupply. Both Marines were radiomen, stationed 21 miles southeast of Danang. The photograph was taken by LCpl. R. L. Pearson, and it is in negative format.

US Marines from L. Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, load wounded soldiers from I Company onto an H-3 medical evacuation helicopter during Operation Hastings on July 24, 1966. The battle lasted ten hours against an estimated 100 North Vietnamese Regulars, resulting in moderate casualties. This operation was one of the largest at the time.

US Navy Marines aboard a ship practice judo to maintain good physical condition while en route to their duty in Vietnam. This photograph is from June 1965 and is part of a series documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Lance Corporal Walter R. Billetdeoux from Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is seen enjoying a hot meal on Thanksgiving Day in Vietnam. Sitting in a fathole on the front lines near Danang, Billetdeoux takes a healthy bite from a turkey leg, his first hot meal in over two weeks. He is a member of & Company, 3rd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment.

A Marine from First Platoon, "H" Company, Second Battalion Fifth Marine Regiment, is seen holding a rifle that was captured during Operation Swift, 35 miles north of Da Hang, Vietnam on September 7, 1967. The photograph was taken by Sergeant K.K. McIntosh and is credited to the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

"Floyd Patterson, former world heavyweight boxing champion, visiting Phu Bai in Vietnam on June 27, 1967. He spent the day talking with Marines about his past boxing matches during his tour of the armed forces. Patterson enjoyed the visit and returned a few days later on his rest day to meet more Marines."

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