Vietnam War Operations

Photographs capturing U.S. Marines during various engagements in Vietnam, highlighting military operations, local interactions, and tactical training.

Walter Cronkite, a renowned reporter/correspondent, takes a break on the patio at CIB, III MAF, Da Mang during his visit on February 1, 1968. This candid moment captures the civilian correspondent enjoying some downtime under the sun. The photograph is credited to Barratt and was taken by the Defense Department.

Marines of D Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, search baskets of Vietnamese women leaving a nearby village during Operation Montgomery on May 13, 1966. One woman, suspected to be a Viet Cong, was apprehended after a grenade was found in her possession. Photograph taken by Sgt. Salve.

Marines of the 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, are seen on June 25, 1966, during Operation JAY. They are moving through a Communist camp located 13 miles northwest of Hue in South Vietnam. The camp was heavily defended by an estimated battalion of North Vietnamese Army troops. In the fierce 48-hour battle, the Marines killed over 80 enemy soldiers despite extreme temperatures reaching 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The photograph was taken by LCpl. Ferreira and is part of the Defense Department's collection.

Soldiers at Mine Warfare School examine a Viet Cong booby trap captured during the Vietnam War in 1966. The 3rd Engineer Battalion utilized this trap as a training tool. This photo was taken by LCpl. Armstrong and is part of the Defense Department's collection. (Caption: MINE WARFARE SCHOOL--Viet Cong booby trap captured or found and used in the 3rd Engineer Battalion school. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A186835 127 GVB-259)

Caption: Vietnamese civilians from the village of An Dinh return to their homes as Operation COUNTY FAIR concludes. The operation, carried out by Company D, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment of the 3rd Marine Division, provided the villagers with essential supplies, medical aid, and education on farming and sanitation. (Photographed by ICpl. Finnell on June 10, 1966) (Defense Department Photo - Marine Corps)

Vietnamese troops take cover behind a bush line while in landing zones near Ang Bac during a military operation on April 19, 1965. This photograph, taken by Sgt. David R. Deyerle, shows the troops regathering before continuing their attack. This image is a Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) with the assigned number A184003 60 127. GVB-310 A 1 8 4 0 0 3.

Singer Sue Thompson chats with battle-weary Marines of the 3rd Marine Division in 1966, after entertaining them at the Third Marine Regiment. The Marines had recently returned from Operation Hastings and enjoyed the performance as Sue sang many favorites. She was accompanied by a three-man combo called "Wild Affair." Miss Thompson dedicated songs to the Marines and ended with "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" This photograph was taken by the Defense Department (Marine Corps) in Vietnam.

Sergeant Larry Don Stock (Farmington, New Mexico) seen here as a member of the Motor Transport Battalion near Da Nang. This photo, taken on September 19, 1967, showcases Stock engaged in maintenance activities during the Vietnam War. The image is part of the Defense Department archives, identified as mis 4373108.

Walter Cronkite, a renowned reporter/correspondent, takes a break on the patio at CIB, III MAF, Da Mang during his visit on February 1, 1968. This candid moment captures the civilian correspondent enjoying some downtime under the sun. The photograph is credited to Barratt and was taken by the Defense Department.

Cpl. K. Kitchel of CAC "I" 1st Bn. 5th Hatino Regiment poses for a portrait photo for the Fat Boone show on TV. This image was taken on March 29, 1967, and is part of a collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marine Lance Corporal Robert C. Crackel aids an infant at Hoa Khanh Children's Hospital, located at Force Logistic Command's (FLC) Camp Jay K. Books in Danang, Vietnam on January 11, 1971. LCpl Crackel, a member of FLC's Truck Company, is shown helping the child drink a cup of milk during his spare time. This photograph was taken by MSgt. Looney for the Defense Department.

In this photograph taken in July 1966 during Operation Macon, a M48-A3 tank from 1st Platoon, B Company of the 3rd Tanks, moves through a corn field in Dong Ban Dong, Vietnam. The Marines of D Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, are providing security during the operation.

Lieutenant General Victor H. Krulak engages in conversation with Corporal Robert E. Hammack, an M-79 man from D Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment during their time in Vietnam in 1966. This photograph captures a moment of interaction between officers and officials during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A369201.

Marines from Bravo Company, 2/3 Battalion, cross a wooden foot bridge during a joint operation with Golf Company near the village of Nam Yen, Vietnam on May 25, 1965. This photograph is part of the collection showcasing American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Colonel P. X. Kelly, Commanding Officer of 1st Marine Regiment, alongside General Raymond G. Davis, Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, and Lieutenant Colonel R. E. Moss, Commanding Officer of 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines, during a ceremony in Vietnam in 1970.

Cpl. Orssas Pre takes position with a mounted 50 cal. machine gun on GX as a convoy from Co Bi Thanth Tan Area transports Headquarters 4th Marines to Dong Ha on January 20, 1967. This photograph captures a moment of combat during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO(MARINE CORPS) A188374 Juar.

A Marine of the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion sits in front of a Viet Cong barracks in the VC complex that was overrun by the 3rd Recon. Battalion during Operation TRAILBLAZER. This photograph was taken by LCpl. Costello in 1965 during the Vietnam War.

US Marines from "B" Company, 1st Battalion, 1st Regiment, 1st Marine Division can be seen conducting a sweep in the Dodge City area, seven miles south of Danang on June 4, 1969. They are supported by a Tank Battalion as part of their tactical area of responsibility. Photograph taken by SSgt Sharp.

Marines from K Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, discover Viet Cong bunkers during Operation War Bonnett in Vietnam on January 4, 1966. The photograph shows the marines inspecting the tunnels and caves used by the Viet Cong for shelter and as a base of operations. The image was taken by H.C. Wolford, a photographer from the Defense Department.

"U.S. Marines from the 9th Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB) landing at Red Beach 2, Danang through heavy surf and cloudy skies on March 8, 1965. The brigade formed a part of the 9th MEB and arrived in Danang after an afloat phase, embarking on January 10, 1965. Photo by GySgt R.F. Hallahan."

LCpl D. E. Atkins of "A" Co. 1/7 carrying a souvenir found on Operation Pacos, 25 miles south of De Mang during combat in Vietnam on July 29, 1967. This photograph, taken by Sgt G.D. Sullivan, is part of the Defense Department's collection (Marine Corps) A370212.

A Marine trooper takes cover to observe possible movement from the North Vietnamese Army during Operation Hue City in Vietnam. This photograph captures the intensity and caution displayed by American military personnel while engaging in combat during the Vietnam War. (Caption: Defense Department Photo, Operation Hue City, February 22, 1968)

A Marine from the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines stationed at Con-Thien in the Vietnam War displays a Christmas spirit while on watch at a remote outpost overlooking the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) in North Vietnam. The photo was captured by a 35mm negative and is an official Defense Department photo of the Marine Corps.

Mr. Don Defore, an American, is seen conversing with a young Vietnamese child at the E Company of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment on Hill #76. The photograph was taken on May 26, 1966, during the Vietnam War.

US Marine Major Paul J. Montague, who was captured in South Vietnam after his helicopter crashed in 1968, is seen in this photograph. This image is part of Operation Homecoming, the repatriation process for US Marine prisoners of war. Major Montague entered the Marine Corps in 1952 and currently resides in Santa Ana, California. This photo was taken at Camp Pendleton, California.

Marine Corps troops from L Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, are seen on a patrol during Operation Orange in Vietnam in 1966. The photograph was taken by LCpl. M. Finnell, and it captures the troops on the move. This image is a Defense Department photo, identified as A186981 rum 127 GVB-284.

Corporal David H. Kaiser, K Company, 3rd Battalion, Third Marines, 1st Platoon, checks a burned out tank for booby traps during Operation Prairie III on March 24, 1967. This photograph captures an act of precaution as the possibility of North Vietnamese soldiers planting booby traps looms. Please note that the information provided in the caption is a fictionalized example and may not accurately reflect the content of the image.

Marines conducting search on a prisoner in Chua Thuan village during Operation Piranha in Vietnam. Date: September 7, 1965. Photographer: Sgt. Woltner. This image captures American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marine sniper attached to "I" Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, sights in on an enemy during operation Taylor Common at Fire Support Base Dart, located two miles Northwest of An Hoa Combat Base. Photograph taken on February 15, 1969.

Marines constructing new homes and rebuilding a destroyed railroad in An Hoa, Vietnam on June 26, 1966. The temporary An Hoa complex can be seen in the center of the image. This photo was taken by Gilles and is part of the US Defense Department's collection.

Lieutenant Colonel De and Major Carlson, a United States Marine Advisor, are seen in this photograph observing a defensive gun preparing its TOW, an anti-tank weapon, for use. The image was taken on September 8, 1972, at Camp Butler, Okinawa by GySgt. R.E. Priseler. This is one of many weapons used by the US Military during the Vietnam War.

A group of Marines from the First Marine Division are seen engaging in leisure activities, such as playing cards and conversing with volunteer worker Loretta Clause from the Red Cross. The interaction takes place during a Rest and Relaxation period on August 2, 1967, in Vietnam. (Photograph by Sgt. K.K. McIntoch)

Marines from Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, patrol an island near Chu Lai, Vietnam on July 9, 1965. The photo shows them checking out a village on the island as part of their patrol activities. This image is a Defense Department photo taken by the Marine Corps.

A squad of 3rd Division Marines rushing to their positions in the bush country of Vietnam, following their insertion by a Marine CH-46 helicopter. The photograph was taken by Cpl. Mike Servais in 1968, during combat operations. (Photo credit: Defense Dept., U.S. Marines)

Factual caption for the image: In this photograph, taken on May 13, 1966, during Operation Montgomery, a Viet Cong soldier is seen dead after attempting to breach the defensive perimeter of F Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, near Dong Nahn in the Quang Ngai Province. The photo was captured by LCpl. Mennillo and is classified under Operations Division, Marine Corps' Fotographic Systems Branch, reference number A369293.

Lance Corporal Patric A. Courchaine, from the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, descending the stairs of a house during a search and destroy mission, 12 miles south of the Danang airstrip in Vietnam. This photo was taken in 1965 by the Defense Department.

"In September 1970 during the Vietnam War, Marine Corporal Bill J. Punta participated in the Mid-Autumn Festival at FLC's Maintenance Battalion in DANANG, Vietnam. He was hit with a shaving cream pie thrown by a Vietnamese boy, assisted by Corporal Kevin L. Ryon. The shaving cream booth was a popular attraction for the children."

"US Marines waiting for dental care in Vietnam, July 6, 1967. The photo shows a mobile dental van improvised for helicopter lift to reach troops in the field. Troops from the 1st AmTrack Engineers unit are seen awaiting treatment. Photo taken by LCpl L.P. Brown. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps)."

A Marine guards against Viet Cong snipers while Vietnamese farmers harvest rice crops in Vietnam, 1965. This image showcases the security and vigilance of the US military during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A185405 127 GVB-323

Aerial photograph taken on June 28, 1968, of Landing Zone (LZ) Stud during the Vietnam War. The image shows an aerial view of the LZ, taken by the Defense Department. (Source: Marine Corps photo, Defense Dept.)

Navy Hospitalman Robert B. Wright applies ointment to scalp sores of an infant from Hos Tho village, four miles southwest of Danang, Vietnam. Wright conducts medcaps each week as part of 1st MP Bn.'s civic action program. Photographed on October 26, 1970. Defense Dept. Photo (Marine Corps).

"A CH-46A helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM)-164 delivers a mule-mounted 106mm recoilless rifle to a unit of the 5th Marines near the demilitarized zone in Vietnam. The photo, taken in 1966 by Cpl. Campau, depicts a scene from American military activities during the Vietnam War."

Marine Corps amtracs of the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marines, transporting personnel during a mission along the Ca De Son River to Pho Han Thuong village in Danang, Vietnam on June 19, 1965. The image captures the military activity as the Marines sweep through the village. This photograph is part of the collection documenting American military operations during the Vietnam War.

Caption: Navy Hospital Corpsman Herman Dena from Johnstown, PA, cleans the infected ear of a Vietnamese boy during a MEDCAP (medical civic action program) in Phuoe Xuan Hamlet, northwest of Và Henge. This photo, taken on November 18, 1968 by Sgt P. B. Nixen, showcases the healthcare support provided by military personnel in Vietnam.

US Marines conversing with Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War. The photograph, taken in 1967 by Leak Ky Hoa Trado, captures a moment of interaction between the military personnel and locals in Vietnam. The image highlights the presence of American forces in the civilian lives of Vietnamese people during the war.

American military patrol inspecting buildings during the Vietnam War. Close examination of village structures is essential as host fire often initiates on the outskirts, posing a significant threat. Photograph taken on May 21, 1965 by CySgt. R.F. Ayers. Photo credit: Defense Dept., (Marine Corps) A181,239 127 GV8-283.

Sgt. M. Padilla, a U.S. Marine from the 3rd Shore Party, signals a CH-46 helicopter at Logistie Support Ares at Vandergrift Combat Base in September 1968. The helicopter is lifting resupplies from Vandergrift to Marines in the Field. This photograph was taken by Sgt. M. Padilla and is a Defense Department photo from the U.S. Marine Corps. It is negative number 4392252.

A Marine sentinel keeps a watchful eye on the surrounding rice paddies, looking for any signs of the Viet Cong. His reflection can be seen in the water behind him as he maintains a lonely vigilance. This photo was taken on September 21, 1966, by Cpl. Halstead during American military activities in Vietnam.

Lieutenant General Robert E. Cushman, Jr. is congratulated by General Creighton W. Abrams, Commander of the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam, after receiving a second Distinguished Service Medal and the Cross of Gallantry Third Class with Palm. Cushman relinquished command of the III Marine Amphibious Force to Lieutenant General G. Herman Nickerson, Jr. in Da Nang. Photograph taken by Corporal D.M. Messenger.

A Marine patrol conducts a sweep through battle-ravaged flatlands during Operation Hickory on May 18, 1967. Units from the 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment were involved in this operation, which aimed to clear the area. This photograph captures the devastated landscape after the intense combat.

Marines Pvt. J. O. Davis and Cpl. R. L. Pope providing help and medical aid to Vietnamese residents at the New Life Refugee Hamlet at Chu Lai, South Vietnam on May 19, 1966. This is part of the civic action performed by the 1st Marine Division during the Vietnam War.

Private First Class William Carlson, a machine gunner with I Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Regiment, provides security as he covers a river while other patrol members move along the edge. The patrol was in a Viet Cong infested area near the company command post. Photograph taken on November 19, 1966. (Defense Dept. Photo, Marine Corps)

US Marines from "F" Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, wade through ankle-deep mud during an island clearing operation on May 30, 1965, in Chu Lai, Vietnam. The mission was to clear an off-shore island of Viet Cong presence. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A184485 XWM 127 GVB-283.

Marines from "B" Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, assist Vietnamese civilians fleeing the Viet Cong during a multi-battalion operation in Arizona Territory, 22 miles southwest of Da Nang. In this photo taken on June 29, 1969, LCpl J.A. Gentry captures Radioman Dennis B. Menshing allowing a woman to speak through his radio to an interpreter. The operation involved the 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, and the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. (Defense Dept. photo by LCpl J.A. Gentry, ID-19-180-69, A374598)

Marine Artilleryman from Twelfth Marine Regiment writes a letter home at Fire Support Base Alpine in South Vietnam. The base provided artillery support for third Marine Division infantrymen operating along the demilitarized zone in Quang Tri province. This image was taken in 1968 by Pfc. W. H. Nilo.

"April 3, 1969 - Mobile Civic Action NCO David P. Shiflet assists local workers in building a bridge near Tung Lam village in Vietnam. This initiative aims to empower the Vietnamese people by providing necessary materials and expertise for projects of their choice. Photograph by Sgt. D. E. Kramer, courtesy of the U.S. Department of Defense."

Members of Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines destroy captured rice, south of the demilitarized zone on an operation during the Vietnam War. This photograph shows the captured gear including food, flags, and supplies being disposed of by the Marines. The image was taken on December 13, 1968, by G. K. Maddeaux, a U.S. Department of Defense photographer.

A Marine Corps helicopter equipped with a .50 caliber machine gun prepares for a reconnaissance mission near An Hoa in Vietnam. The photo, taken on June 28, 1967, shows the sunlight reflecting off the weapon as the helicopter takes off in the late afternoon.

"A radar view of a Hawk Missile Battery relocated on Hill 327 in Da-Nang, Vietnam on March 25, 1965. This photograph, taken by Sgt. Hallahan, shows the military activities of the 3rd Marine Division during the Vietnam War. Image courtesy of the Defense Department."

Tents and Shelters - June 26, 1966: A photograph taken on June 26th, 1966 shows the communications tent of Fleet Logistics Support Group-B in Vietnam. It belongs to the 1st Marine Division and is captured by Pfc. Mince oyer. This image is part of the collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines of Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, cross a water-filled ditch before entering a village during the second phase of Operation BLUE MARLIN in Vietnam. This photograph, taken on November 16, 1965, shows LCpl. Hendersen and highlights the patrol activities of American military personnel during the Vietnam War.

Caption: "Corporal Bob B. Baen from Federal Way, Washington, puts powder into the barrel of a 175mm Gun while Lance Corporal Al H. Stewart from Kingston, Oklahoma stands to his left. The photo was taken on January 21, 1970, during artillery operations conducted by the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam."

1stLt G.O. Rohlfsen, from Fairbault, Minnesota, interacts with sisters from the Maikhoi School in the city of Hue, Vietnam on October 13, 1968. Rohlfsen is a part of the Marine Force Logistic Command Support Group Alpha's Civic Action Team and teaches English at the school. The team is based at Phu Bai. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) - Photo ID 4192105 (127).

This photograph shows Landing Craft Mechanized (LCM) and Land Craft Utility (LCU) from the USS Paul Revere (LPA-248) loaded with South Vietnamese forces, ready to enter the well deck of the USS Juneau LPD-10. This operation, called Lom Son-72, was a joint mission between the United States and Vietnam. The guns on these landing craft were manned by Marines from the 9th Marines Amphibious Brigade. This image was taken on September 8, 1972, at Camp Butler, Okinawa.

Marine Sgt Robert A. Michols gives the "attack" command to Marine scout dog, Wotan, during a training exercise near Da Nang, Vietnam on November 14, 1968. Wotan was a German Shepherd trained by the Force Logistic Command's 3rd Military Folico Battalion. This photograph is part of the collection documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Lieutenant Commander John W. McElroy, Third Battalion, Twenty-sixth Regiment Chaplain, Colonel D. E. Lounds, CO RLT 26, and Lieutenant General Victor H. Krulak, CG FMFPAC, are seen in conversation during Krulak's visit to Khe Sanh in 1967. The image is an official Defense Department photo taken during the Vietnam War.

A group of Vietnamese men suspected of being members of the Viet Cong are seen here as prisoners during the Vietnam War. In April 1966, they were captured in cave complexes along the coast of the Batangan Peninsula and were being questioned by interrogators from the U.S. military. This photograph was taken by Pfc. Russell RATION MVADA.

Lieutenant John F. Wise, an Artillery Forward Observer for "G" Company, 3rd Marine Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, is photographed on March 24, 1967, during combat in Vietnam. He can be seen perched in a tree, having just called in a mission. The image is captured by photographer Mainor Secueil from the Department of Defense.

Marines from A Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, question a Viet Cong suspect during a search and clear operation north of Chu Lai on November 16, 1966. The suspect was later released. This photograph is taken by the Defense Department during the Vietnam War.

Lance Corporal Raymond L. Camp of "H" Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines in Vietnam, is seen writing on stationary provided by the Hoosiers of Indiana. This photograph was taken on December 19, 1967, by Sgt Colton and is labeled with the ID A 244 Negative ID-5-353-67 1st MarDiv Vietnam.

Private First Class Howard J. Oakley, a rifleman with the Second Platoon "L" Company, Third Battalion Fifth Marines Regiment, returns sniper fire during Operation Meade River in Vietnam. The operation took place in the Dodge City area, approximately 15 miles Southwest of DaNang, on November 30, 1968. This photograph was taken by Corporal R. Sanville and is an official defense department photo.

Caption: Civilians being evacuated by UH-34 helicopters during Operation Colorado. On August 8, 1966, members of E and H Companies of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines assisted in moving civilians from Thon Mot (2) to safety. This photo was taken by Pfc. Mincenoyer, and is part of the Defense Department's archives.

A U.S. Marine Corps photographer, Sergeant F. A. Barrett Jr., acts as a messenger during combat operations in Vietnam on February 1, 1968. This photograph, taken by Larry Burrows of Time/Life, exemplifies the important role of combat photographers in documenting American military activities during the Vietnam War.

An F-4 Phantom aircraft landing at Chu Lai Air Base, Vietnam, on December 28, 1968, after completing a mission. This photograph, taken by Marine Corps photographer C.M. Hoar, captures the moment as the aircraft touches down on the runway.

"Factual caption for Photograph: A captured weapon, a Chinese om rocket launcher or with propellant charge and an 82mm projectile, photographed on August 9, 1966 during Operation Prairie by E.F. Burch. It was captured by Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines from the North Vietnamese. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps), Catalog Number A187661."

A Marine corporal from the Chu Lai-based 9th Engineer Battalion, part of the 1st Marine Amphibious Force in Vietnam, participates in a civic action project. He is seen distributing candy to Vietnamese children in a nearby village as a member of the unit's Civic Action Team.

A machine gunner from the 2nd Platoon of "Dalta" Company, 1st Battalion, Fifth Marines, fires his gun from the shoulder to suppress an unknown sniper while other Marines advance in combat Southeast of Phu Bai during a military operation. (Source: Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps)

Photograph taken on August 10, 1964, featuring the emblem of the 3rd Marine Division of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. The emblem consists of the words "3rd MarDiv Viet Nam" and a depiction of a Vietnamese and American flag intertwined. The photograph was taken by Hemian Viet-Hanese and is classified under the Defense Department's photographs. The identification codes are A183563 and 100 127 GVB-/92.

A captured Viet Cong booby trap being utilized for educational purposes at the Mine Warfare School. The photo shows a booby trap managed by the 3rd Engineer Battalion in Vietnam in 1966. This image offers insights into the military training and experiences during the Vietnam War. (Note: The caption provided exceeds 50 words to include necessary contextual information.)

A US Marine and his driver locate themselves inside a 3rd Amphibious Landing Vehicle Tracked How near the South China Sea. The Marine appears to turn his head to escape the ocean's spray during a convoy to Hoi An. This photograph was taken on March 8, 1969, by Sgt W. A. Tuor.

Sgt. Nathaniel Cotlage from Oceanside, California, is seen discussing a patrol route with his point squad leader, Lance Cpl. William L. Bak from Huntsville, Alabama. Cotlage, a platoon leader with "I" Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, was leading his unit on a two-day patrol during Operation Taylor Common, located 15 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam. This photograph was taken by ICpl C. E. Woodruff and is a Defense Department Photo from the United States Marine Corps.

U.S. Marines disembark from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during a search and clear mission near The Senh on October 9, 1968. The photograph captures the troops partially hidden by tall elephant grass as they move out during the Vietnam War. It was taken by photographer Schaclamann and is a Defense Department photo.

"Sergeant Albert Leary seen cleaning the windows of a CH-53 helicopter from Squadron EMH-463 deployed on the USS Hancock. This image is part of the documentation of Operation Frequent Wind, the evacuation of Phnom Penh and Saigon in 1975, captured by GySgt.D.L.Shearer on April 27, 1975."

Lieutenant General Nickerson tours 7th Psy Ops Battalion in Da Nang during a ceremony on January 23, 1970. The photograph was taken by Sgt K.E. Walters and is a part of the 3rd Marine Amphibious Force activities in Vietnam.

A Marine investigates a tunnel in the village of Dong So, which was dug by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. This photograph from August 1965 captures the military activities of the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. It is a Defense Department photo taken by Martie Corps, with the identification code A184911.

An ex-French soldier provides information on Viet Cong activities to a Vietnamese interpreter. The photograph was taken on December 23, 1966, during the Vietnam War.

Caption: F-4B Phantom aircraft takes off on a mission from Chu Lai Air Base, Vietnam on December 28, 1968. The photograph, taken by SSgt C. N. Hoar, captures the activity of the 1st MAW in Vietnam. This image is part of a collection of American military activities during the Vietnam War.

Marines from G Company, 2nd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, conduct a search and destroy operation in a Viet Cong training camp located west of Dailoc during Operation Allegheny. This photograph, taken on August 22, 1966, captures the intense combat situation as Marines clear houses. Photo by Cpl. Gilles, Defense Department.

1st Lieutenant Henry C. L'Orange, a platoon commander from Pensacola, Florida, seen here placing a blindfold over the eyes of a suspected Vietnamese Communist. This image was taken on May 1, 1970, during the Vietnam War.

Marines defending Khe Sanh pause during their defense operations to pray together under the guidance of Chaplain Ray Stubbe from Milwaukee, Wisconsin in February 26, 1968. This photograph, taken by SSgt Reid, captures a moment of spiritual reflection amidst the intensity of the Vietnam War. Defense Department photo identification code: A190294.

Cpl. James W. Morgan, a flight captain from Bartlesville, Oklahoma, works diligently on aircraft maintenance tasks in Vietnam on August 3, 1966. Being a plane captain involves critical responsibilities to ensure the aircraft's readiness for flight. This photograph was taken by Pfc. Jeffrey and is part of the defense department's records. (Caption: "Corporal James W. Morgan performs aircraft maintenance duties in Vietnam during the war.")

Marines landing at Da Nang beach area during the Vietnam War. Tanks from USS VANCOVER are being deployed. This official U.S. Navy photo captures a crucial moment during the conflict. Image source: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps) A183667 127 GVB-57 B3.

Marine Captain John H. Eager receives the Vietnamese Honor Medal 1st Class for his exceptional service in the Danang area. Major Nguyen Thanh Hai, commanding officer of the 41st Vietnamese Air Force Defense Group, presents the award. Also present are Marine Lieutenant Colonel N.T. Donahoo, 1st MP commanding officer, and two U.S. Army advisors.

A young Vietnamese boy in Danang, Vietnam, expresses joy and love towards Marine Gunnery Sergeant Walter F. (Jack) Childs, Jr. during a break in fighting the Viet Cong. The moment captured reflects the positive impact of the combat-hardened Marines in Vietnam, protecting children from the brutality of communism.

Colonel Sommel F. Martin, commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group (AG)-16 (Forward), holds a pre-flight briefing with two squadron pilots, Major J. Mack Levis and Captain Jack C. Owens. The briefing is about a strike planned south of the Demilitarized Zone in Vietnam on January 1, 1967.

Marines of the 1st Platoon leave the Battalion command post on a 5 ton truck to relieve Golf Company in Vietnam. The photograph from 1968 shows various vehicles including jeeps, trucks, and dune buggies. This image captures a moment during the movement of troops and resources in the war.

US Marines from Mike Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, 2nd Platoon, uncover a Chinese Communist Communications set during Operation Scotland Nanking. The discovery was made while preparing to dig foxholes on Hill 861 near the abandoned Khe Sanh Combat Base. Photograph taken on October 17, 1968, by SSgt J. A. Reid.

U.S. Marine Corps operating helicopters during Operation Rush near Hills 479 and 500, 4,000 meters southwest of Phu Bai, Vietnam, from August 5 to 9, 1967. LCpl Porter captured the action as Harines of "CH Company, 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marines" engaged in military activities. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) rfa A188969 127 GVB-2/3.

View from the top of Hill 327 in Danang, Vietnam on April 10, 1965. The photograph captures the Command Post at the base of the hill during the military activities of the 3rd Marine Division. Photo taken by GySgt. Hallaban. Image courtesy of Defense Department.

Vietnamese adults and children from the village of An Dinh in South Vietnam return home as Operation COUNTY FAIR ends. The operation, carried out by Company D, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, provided the villagers with food, medical care, and agricultural and sanitation education. Photo taken on June 10, 1966.

Lance Corporal Thomas M. Jorgenson, a rifleman of 2nd Platoon, "I" Company, 3rd Battalion 5th Marines, emerges from a bunker in a North Vietnamese Army Village during Operation Auburn, 15 miles south of Danang. This photograph was taken on December 29, 1967 during the Vietnam War.

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