Marine vietnam 1969 Black and White Stock Photos & Images

Vietnam War. US Marine takes a break during a ground movement 25 miles north of An Hoa, North Vietnam. 1969. Stock Photo

RMCWCCA8–Vietnam War. US Marine takes a break during a ground movement 25 miles north of An Hoa, North Vietnam. 1969.

Black and white photograph showing a helicopter docked on an airstrip, with trees and buildings, likely a US Marine Corps military camp, in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A80–Black and white photograph showing a helicopter docked on an airstrip, with trees and buildings, likely a US Marine Corps military camp, in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

[Naval Support Activity Hospital Danang, Vietnam]. USO Sponsored Handshake Tour. 29 June 1969. [Arlene Charles signing an autograph for a wounded Marine.] [Vietnam War]. Stock Photo

RM2MNHXAA–[Naval Support Activity Hospital Danang, Vietnam]. USO Sponsored Handshake Tour. 29 June 1969. [Arlene Charles signing an autograph for a wounded Marine.] [Vietnam War].

US Marine, Pfc Brad T. Glaser, with the 1st Marine Division, carries a 60mm mortar tube on his shoulder during military operations in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on July 16, 1969, by Sgt Horace Smith. Stock Photo

RM2TA2WF1–US Marine, Pfc Brad T. Glaser, with the 1st Marine Division, carries a 60mm mortar tube on his shoulder during military operations in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on July 16, 1969, by Sgt Horace Smith.

RMCP4D7X–Vietnam War. US Marine takes a break during a ground movement 25 miles north of An Hoa, North Vietnam. 1969.

File. 30th Apr, 2015. The Vietnam War, also known as the Second Indochina War, and also known in Vietnam as Resistance War Against America or simply the American War, was a Cold War-era proxy war that occurred in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Pictured: April 28, 1969 - Saigon, Vietnam - SAM HAMPTON, a U.S. Marine is able to smile as he points to a 50 caliber bullet embedded in his steel helmet, after a VietCong gunner fired at him. © KEYSTONE Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RMENA1KA–File. 30th Apr, 2015. The Vietnam War, also known as the Second Indochina War, and also known in Vietnam as Resistance War Against America or simply the American War, was a Cold War-era proxy war that occurred in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia from November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Pictured: April 28, 1969 - Saigon, Vietnam - SAM HAMPTON, a U.S. Marine is able to smile as he points to a 50 caliber bullet embedded in his steel helmet, after a VietCong gunner fired at him. © KEYSTONE Pictures USA/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

Tripoli (LPH-10) off Vietnam in February 1969, with Marine CH-46A troop-carrying helicopters on deck. USS Tripoli (LPH-10) off Vietnam in February 1969 Stock Photo

RMHG270J–Tripoli (LPH-10) off Vietnam in February 1969, with Marine CH-46A troop-carrying helicopters on deck. USS Tripoli (LPH-10) off Vietnam in February 1969

Vietnamese Junk Force during a phase of underwater demolition training during the Vietnam War. Stock Photo

RMHGB2H9–Vietnamese Junk Force during a phase of underwater demolition training during the Vietnam War.

Vietnam War. African American Marine on patrol 8 miles south of the city of Da Nang. Oct. 30, 1969. Stock Photo

RMCWCC9W–Vietnam War. African American Marine on patrol 8 miles south of the city of Da Nang. Oct. 30, 1969.

Black and white photograph showing a male Marine, seated behind the wheel of a Jeep marked USMC, parked on a dirt road in a rocky landscape, and adjusting the driver's side view mirror, with pallets of supplies stacked in front of a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A4N–Black and white photograph showing a male Marine, seated behind the wheel of a Jeep marked USMC, parked on a dirt road in a rocky landscape, and adjusting the driver's side view mirror, with pallets of supplies stacked in front of a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

General Leonard F. Chapman, Commandant of the Marine Corps, presenting the Silver Star Medal to Lieutenant Colonel Paul W. Hiesen, during a ceremony at Provisional Marine Aircraft Group 39 in Quang Tri, Vietnam on January 10, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA332W–General Leonard F. Chapman, Commandant of the Marine Corps, presenting the Silver Star Medal to Lieutenant Colonel Paul W. Hiesen, during a ceremony at Provisional Marine Aircraft Group 39 in Quang Tri, Vietnam on January 10, 1969.

RMCP4D7M–Vietnam War. African American Marine on patrol 8 miles south of the city of Da Nang. Oct. 30, 1969.

U.S. Army veteran Dale Berg, member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 981, pauses for a photo during a Memorial Day commemoration at the Village of Arlington Heights, Ill., May 25. Berg served as an infantryman in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. He fought in the battle of Renegade Woods in South Vietnam. Berg stated that during that battle, 30 soldiers from his platoon were killed in 15 minutes. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. David Lietz/Released) Local Chicago land community honors its fallen service members during Memorial Day 150525-A-XY199-198 Stock Photo

RMHEPDKY–U.S. Army veteran Dale Berg, member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 981, pauses for a photo during a Memorial Day commemoration at the Village of Arlington Heights, Ill., May 25. Berg served as an infantryman in Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. He fought in the battle of Renegade Woods in South Vietnam. Berg stated that during that battle, 30 soldiers from his platoon were killed in 15 minutes. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. David Lietz/Released) Local Chicago land community honors its fallen service members during Memorial Day 150525-A-XY199-198

Vietnam War. US Marine flame tanks burn 'No-name Village' during near Binh Son in the Quang Ngai Province. 1969. Stock Photo

RMCWCC51–Vietnam War. US Marine flame tanks burn 'No-name Village' during near Binh Son in the Quang Ngai Province. 1969.

A photograph of Platoon 179 in training with the 1st Recruit Battalion, they are newly enlisted personnel with the United States Marine Corps, they are posing with two sergeants and a staff sergeant, Parris Island, South Carolina, October 30, 1964. Stock Photo

RMK0T57C–A photograph of Platoon 179 in training with the 1st Recruit Battalion, they are newly enlisted personnel with the United States Marine Corps, they are posing with two sergeants and a staff sergeant, Parris Island, South Carolina, October 30, 1964.

Marine paying his respects at a memorial service attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale in 1969. This photo captures a solemn moment during the ceremony held on September 27, 1969, at 1stMarDiv Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA3EKD–Marine paying his respects at a memorial service attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale in 1969. This photo captures a solemn moment during the ceremony held on September 27, 1969, at 1stMarDiv Vietnam.

RMCP4D26–Vietnam War. US Marine flame tanks burn 'No-name Village' during near Binh Son in the Quang Ngai Province. 1969.

F-100 flying low over Dinh Tuong Province, Vietnam, in 1969 providing close air support. Photo taken with a Minox camera by a Navy SEAL flying in on a Huey chopper for an air insert op. 2572965687 a9873c17f6 o by AirmanMagazine Stock Photo

RMM3WH99–F-100 flying low over Dinh Tuong Province, Vietnam, in 1969 providing close air support. Photo taken with a Minox camera by a Navy SEAL flying in on a Huey chopper for an air insert op. 2572965687 a9873c17f6 o by AirmanMagazine

A photograph of a paved road running through a residential area, people can be seen attending small kiosks along the side of the road, Vietnam, 1967. Stock Photo

RMK0T587–A photograph of a paved road running through a residential area, people can be seen attending small kiosks along the side of the road, Vietnam, 1967.

General Leonard F. Chapman Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, converses with Captain Harvey C. Barnum, Medal of Honor recipient, at Fire Support Base Smith in Vietnam on January 10, 1969. This photograph, taken by Carroll, is from the Defense Department's Marine Corps collection. Stock Photo

RM2TA34TD–General Leonard F. Chapman Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, converses with Captain Harvey C. Barnum, Medal of Honor recipient, at Fire Support Base Smith in Vietnam on January 10, 1969. This photograph, taken by Carroll, is from the Defense Department's Marine Corps collection.

Black and white photograph showing a country landscape, with a lake and rice paddies in the foreground, houses and trees at midground, and a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9AAT–Black and white photograph showing a country landscape, with a lake and rice paddies in the foreground, houses and trees at midground, and a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Cpl Jim J. Deese and his scout dog 'Baron' are seen exploring a Viet Cong tunnel entrance on the Batangan Peninsula during Operation Bold Mariner in Vietnam in 1969. They are attached to the 26th Marine Regiment. This photograph was taken by SSgt Bob Jordan and is a Defense Department photo. Stock Photo

RM2TA2MJW–Cpl Jim J. Deese and his scout dog 'Baron' are seen exploring a Viet Cong tunnel entrance on the Batangan Peninsula during Operation Bold Mariner in Vietnam in 1969. They are attached to the 26th Marine Regiment. This photograph was taken by SSgt Bob Jordan and is a Defense Department photo.

RMMA9A9C–Black and white photograph showing a country landscape, with a lake and rice paddies in the foreground, houses and trees at midground, and a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attending a ceremony in December 1969. The image was taken by Sgt A. J. May Chang of Command, 1st Marine Division, and features the Color Guard of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA2B9P–Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attending a ceremony in December 1969. The image was taken by Sgt A. J. May Chang of Command, 1st Marine Division, and features the Color Guard of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam.

Black and white photograph showing a dirt road with a row of small buildings, likely houses, one with thatched roof, located on either side of the road, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A9J–Black and white photograph showing a dirt road with a row of small buildings, likely houses, one with thatched roof, located on either side of the road, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Lieutenant Colonel Sipson, Colonel Harrell, and First Lieutenant John R. Rabb are seen discussing company movements and tactics for an upcoming operation in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on December 25, 1969, during a ceremony of the 1st Marine Division. It is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA2F22–Lieutenant Colonel Sipson, Colonel Harrell, and First Lieutenant John R. Rabb are seen discussing company movements and tactics for an upcoming operation in Vietnam. The photograph was taken on December 25, 1969, during a ceremony of the 1st Marine Division. It is an official Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Black and white photograph showing several buildings, including a wooden guard-post in the foreground, sergeant's quarters in the midground, and several other barracks in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A9T–Black and white photograph showing several buildings, including a wooden guard-post in the foreground, sergeant's quarters in the midground, and several other barracks in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Marines being trained in long-range marksmanship by Gunnery Sergeant James A. Vance (left), an instructor at the 3rd Marine Division Sniper School in Quang Tri, Vietnam. This image was taken on July 28, 1969, and is a 35mm negative. Caption Information: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA2K1H–Marines being trained in long-range marksmanship by Gunnery Sergeant James A. Vance (left), an instructor at the 3rd Marine Division Sniper School in Quang Tri, Vietnam. This image was taken on July 28, 1969, and is a 35mm negative. Caption Information: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

A pistol recoils and ejects a shell casing after a Vietnamese woman fires while two US Marines stand behind her and watch, during the Vietnam War, Vietnam, 1965. Stock Photo

RMK0T919–A pistol recoils and ejects a shell casing after a Vietnamese woman fires while two US Marines stand behind her and watch, during the Vietnam War, Vietnam, 1965.

'Memorial service held in Vietnam on September 27, 1969. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale were in attendance. LCpl John Gentry captured the emotional moment as fallen comrades were honored with a rifle salute. Image: Defense Department, Marine Corps.' Stock Photo

RM2TA2A5Y–'Memorial service held in Vietnam on September 27, 1969. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale were in attendance. LCpl John Gentry captured the emotional moment as fallen comrades were honored with a rifle salute. Image: Defense Department, Marine Corps.'

Black and white photograph showing people walking and sitting, some wearing conical woven hats (non la) in a busy market or street area, surrounded by concrete buildings, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A94–Black and white photograph showing people walking and sitting, some wearing conical woven hats (non la) in a busy market or street area, surrounded by concrete buildings, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

General Leonard F Chapman Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, affixes the Meritorious Unit Citation Streamer to the colors of the 1st Amphibian Tractor Battalion in Vietnam on January 10, 1969. The battalion is recognized for its exceptional performance in combat against the North Vietnamese Army. Image by SSgt Zane Wilson. (MARINE CORPS) Stock Photo

RM2TA2GGP–General Leonard F Chapman Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, affixes the Meritorious Unit Citation Streamer to the colors of the 1st Amphibian Tractor Battalion in Vietnam on January 10, 1969. The battalion is recognized for its exceptional performance in combat against the North Vietnamese Army. Image by SSgt Zane Wilson. (MARINE CORPS)

Black and white photograph showing several barracks, and a sandbag bunker, with a soldier walking through a door to the barrack at far right, and a helicopter hovering in the sky in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A92–Black and white photograph showing several barracks, and a sandbag bunker, with a soldier walking through a door to the barrack at far right, and a helicopter hovering in the sky in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Marines of Hotel Company, Second Battalion, Fifth Marine Regiment, First Marine Division engage in a pursuit of enemy soldiers during intense combat in the 'Arizona Territory' near Da Nang, Vietnam. Supported by air strikes and artillery, Marines eliminated 219 enemy combatants while experiencing minimal casualties. Photograph taken in 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA3ATJ–Marines of Hotel Company, Second Battalion, Fifth Marine Regiment, First Marine Division engage in a pursuit of enemy soldiers during intense combat in the 'Arizona Territory' near Da Nang, Vietnam. Supported by air strikes and artillery, Marines eliminated 219 enemy combatants while experiencing minimal casualties. Photograph taken in 1969.

Black and white photograph shot at a high angle, with camouflage in the background, of a US soldier, with arm tattoos, relaxing by reading a magazine, with a pipe in his mouth, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A5Y–Black and white photograph shot at a high angle, with camouflage in the background, of a US soldier, with arm tattoos, relaxing by reading a magazine, with a pipe in his mouth, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Marine helicopters from Squadron 164 onboard the USS Tripoli preparing for a mission on January 11, 1969. These helicopters were utilized the following day to transport Marines to the Batangan Peninsula in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam as part of Operation Eold Mariner. Photographed by Cpl Mike Detherage. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A192553. Stock Photo

RM2TA35M5–Marine helicopters from Squadron 164 onboard the USS Tripoli preparing for a mission on January 11, 1969. These helicopters were utilized the following day to transport Marines to the Batangan Peninsula in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam as part of Operation Eold Mariner. Photographed by Cpl Mike Detherage. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) A192553.

Black and white photograph showing three Vietnamese males, one boy wearing shorts, and two older men wearing long sleeve shirts, one wearing a hat and the other a bandana, standing in front of a field, with trees and houses in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A8N–Black and white photograph showing three Vietnamese males, one boy wearing shorts, and two older men wearing long sleeve shirts, one wearing a hat and the other a bandana, standing in front of a field, with trees and houses in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Major General Ormond R. Simpson, Commanding General of the 1st Marine Division, shakes hands with Lieutenant Colonel J. M. Terry after a change of command ceremony. The ceremony, attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, took place in Vietnam in 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA26Y5–Major General Ormond R. Simpson, Commanding General of the 1st Marine Division, shakes hands with Lieutenant Colonel J. M. Terry after a change of command ceremony. The ceremony, attended by Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, took place in Vietnam in 1969.

An out-of-focus photograph of three members of the United States Marine Corps standing together and smiling, the soldier in the middle is holding an large glass bottle, a tent and a truck can be seen in the background, Vietnam, 1967. Stock Photo

RMK0T59C–An out-of-focus photograph of three members of the United States Marine Corps standing together and smiling, the soldier in the middle is holding an large glass bottle, a tent and a truck can be seen in the background, Vietnam, 1967.

General Leonard F. Chapman presents Major David T. Sites with the Silver Star Medal in a ceremony held on August 8, 1969 at MAG-39 in Vietnam. The photograph captures the moment of the presentation, with both officers and Marine Corps officials in attendance. The image is designated as GVB-276 in the Defense Department's photo archive. Stock Photo

RM2TA3HK9–General Leonard F. Chapman presents Major David T. Sites with the Silver Star Medal in a ceremony held on August 8, 1969 at MAG-39 in Vietnam. The photograph captures the moment of the presentation, with both officers and Marine Corps officials in attendance. The image is designated as GVB-276 in the Defense Department's photo archive.

Black and white photograph showing an aerial view, or a view shot from a hill, over a flat landscape, with roads or landing strips, and several buildings, likely the barracks of the US Marine Corps camp, located at midground, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A8T–Black and white photograph showing an aerial view, or a view shot from a hill, over a flat landscape, with roads or landing strips, and several buildings, likely the barracks of the US Marine Corps camp, located at midground, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

'Sgt. T.M. Green of the 26th Marine Regiment checks a suspected Viet Cong booby trap during Operation Bold Mariner in Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam, 1969. The operation aims to eradicate the Viet Cong who have been causing distress to local Vietnamese inhabitants in the Batangan Peninsula region. Photo by LCpl. W.R. Schaaf.' Stock Photo

RM2TA3DG6–'Sgt. T.M. Green of the 26th Marine Regiment checks a suspected Viet Cong booby trap during Operation Bold Mariner in Quang Ngai Province, Vietnam, 1969. The operation aims to eradicate the Viet Cong who have been causing distress to local Vietnamese inhabitants in the Batangan Peninsula region. Photo by LCpl. W.R. Schaaf.'

Black and white photograph showing a landscape view of grass-covered fields with hills in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A6C–Black and white photograph showing a landscape view of grass-covered fields with hills in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Aerial view of Hue with the Flag Tower of Vietnam in the foreground. The tower, located within the Citadel, has historic significance as a site of heavy fighting during the Tet Offensive. Its bullet-scarred base bears the motto of Hue: 'We must continue to fight communism and strengthen our democracy.' Taken on January 25, 1969, by Cpl M. W. Starn. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA2KJ0–Aerial view of Hue with the Flag Tower of Vietnam in the foreground. The tower, located within the Citadel, has historic significance as a site of heavy fighting during the Tet Offensive. Its bullet-scarred base bears the motto of Hue: 'We must continue to fight communism and strengthen our democracy.' Taken on January 25, 1969, by Cpl M. W. Starn. Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

A photograph of two men traveling along a paved road that runs through a residential area, one is walking while the other is riding a bicycle, multi-story buildings are seen on the opposite side of the street, Vietnam, 1967. Stock Photo

RMK0T58G–A photograph of two men traveling along a paved road that runs through a residential area, one is walking while the other is riding a bicycle, multi-story buildings are seen on the opposite side of the street, Vietnam, 1967.

General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, presenting a Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain J. C. Taylor of Marine All Weather Attack Squadron (VMA(AW)) 533 in South Vietnam. The photograph was taken by SSgt L. E. Hosynck on January 12, 1969, during a visit by General Chapman to Quang Tri. Stock Photo

RM2TA2KJM–General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, presenting a Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain J. C. Taylor of Marine All Weather Attack Squadron (VMA(AW)) 533 in South Vietnam. The photograph was taken by SSgt L. E. Hosynck on January 12, 1969, during a visit by General Chapman to Quang Tri.

Black and white photograph showing a medium-sized, short-haired dog, looking at the camera as he walks on snow-covered ground, past the foundation of a wooden structure, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A7N–Black and white photograph showing a medium-sized, short-haired dog, looking at the camera as he walks on snow-covered ground, past the foundation of a wooden structure, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Commanding General O. R. Simpson and Sergeant Major P. Harovich cutting the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the new NCO Club for Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division in Dalang, Vietnam. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale also present. Photograph taken on September 28, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA2BKK–Commanding General O. R. Simpson and Sergeant Major P. Harovich cutting the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the new NCO Club for Headquarters Battalion, 1st Marine Division in Dalang, Vietnam. Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale also present. Photograph taken on September 28, 1969.

Black and white photograph showing a number of people wearing conical woven hats (non la) and walking or standing on the sidewalk of a town or city street, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A63–Black and white photograph showing a number of people wearing conical woven hats (non la) and walking or standing on the sidewalk of a town or city street, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

'General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., U.S. Marine Commandant, is seen reviewing a Vietnamese honor guard at I Corps headquarters in Da Nang, Vietnam on January 11, 1969. He is escorted by Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, Vietnamese commander of I Corps. This was General Chapman's third visit to Marine units in one year.' Stock Photo

RM2TA356D–'General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., U.S. Marine Commandant, is seen reviewing a Vietnamese honor guard at I Corps headquarters in Da Nang, Vietnam on January 11, 1969. He is escorted by Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, Vietnamese commander of I Corps. This was General Chapman's third visit to Marine units in one year.'

Black and white photograph showing several people, wearing conical woven hats (non la) walking in a muddy, country road, with a wooden house at left, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A68–Black and white photograph showing several people, wearing conical woven hats (non la) walking in a muddy, country road, with a wooden house at left, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Sister Marie Angela of the Sacred Heart Orphanage near Dang is shown receiving a donation of 35,400 piasters ($300) from Master Sergeant James E. Sack of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) in Vietnam in 1969. MSgt Sack collected $200 from other marines and contributed $100 himself. The donation was intended to support the children at the orphanage. Stock Photo

RM2TA3574–Sister Marie Angela of the Sacred Heart Orphanage near Dang is shown receiving a donation of 35,400 piasters ($300) from Master Sergeant James E. Sack of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) in Vietnam in 1969. MSgt Sack collected $200 from other marines and contributed $100 himself. The donation was intended to support the children at the orphanage.

Black and white photograph showing several cattle or oxen, lying down or resting in a field in the countryside, with a small wooden structure, possibly a sty, at right midground, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9AB1–Black and white photograph showing several cattle or oxen, lying down or resting in a field in the countryside, with a small wooden structure, possibly a sty, at right midground, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

A Marine Helicopter Gunship conducts a rocket run on a suspected enemy position during a patrol on Operation Taylor Cc/mon, 23 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam. The photograph was taken on February 20, 1969, by Cpl Schaaf and is part of the 1st Marine Division activities. Source: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA2R5W–A Marine Helicopter Gunship conducts a rocket run on a suspected enemy position during a patrol on Operation Taylor Cc/mon, 23 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam. The photograph was taken on February 20, 1969, by Cpl Schaaf and is part of the 1st Marine Division activities. Source: Defense Department photo (Marine Corps).

Black and white photograph showing the rear of a US Navy truck, loaded with ammunition, possibly missiles, parked in a rocky landscape, with bales or pallets of ammunition and a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9AAH–Black and white photograph showing the rear of a US Navy truck, loaded with ammunition, possibly missiles, parked in a rocky landscape, with bales or pallets of ammunition and a hill in the background, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

'LCpl Sanchez and LCpl Jake Brilloust of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, conduct a patrol near the Ha Dong Bridge, 8 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam on February 13, 1969. LCpl Brilloust, aged 18, checks out a deep well during the patrol. Photo by Defense Department (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA3BYR–'LCpl Sanchez and LCpl Jake Brilloust of the 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, conduct a patrol near the Ha Dong Bridge, 8 miles southwest of Da Nang, Vietnam on February 13, 1969. LCpl Brilloust, aged 18, checks out a deep well during the patrol. Photo by Defense Department (Marine Corps).

Black and white photograph showing several people, wearing conical woven hats (non la) and carrying baskets hanging from bamboo poles, walking down a dirt, country road, with a house at left and rice paddies at right, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A65–Black and white photograph showing several people, wearing conical woven hats (non la) and carrying baskets hanging from bamboo poles, walking down a dirt, country road, with a house at left and rice paddies at right, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

Marines Corporal Claude W. Alfred (left) and Corporal Larry E. Bridges (right), part of the 1st Marine Division, serve as a scout sniper team during a training exercise in Vietnam on October 23, 1969. Corporal Alfred uses the Linoculor's video field of view to guide the rifleman to a target position. This is an image from the Defense Department. Stock Photo

RM2TA3AW0–Marines Corporal Claude W. Alfred (left) and Corporal Larry E. Bridges (right), part of the 1st Marine Division, serve as a scout sniper team during a training exercise in Vietnam on October 23, 1969. Corporal Alfred uses the Linoculor's video field of view to guide the rifleman to a target position. This is an image from the Defense Department.

Black and white photograph showing a US soldier, wearing a hat, and standing in front of a building with towels hanging from the roof, looking down at one of three people, each wearing conical woven hats (non la) and crouching on the ground to work, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. () Stock Photo

RMMA9A9Y–Black and white photograph showing a US soldier, wearing a hat, and standing in front of a building with towels hanging from the roof, looking down at one of three people, each wearing conical woven hats (non la) and crouching on the ground to work, photographed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War (1955-1975), 1968. ()

'Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale are seen during the farewell ceremonies held for the 3rd Marine Division at Danang Air Base in Vietnam. The photo shows the 3rd Marine Division Colors in mass formation. Photographed by Cpl P. LaBrecque on November 3, 1969. (Department of Defense photo by the Marine Corps)' Stock Photo

RM2TA2818–'Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale are seen during the farewell ceremonies held for the 3rd Marine Division at Danang Air Base in Vietnam. The photo shows the 3rd Marine Division Colors in mass formation. Photographed by Cpl P. LaBrecque on November 3, 1969. (Department of Defense photo by the Marine Corps)'

Gen Leonard F Chapman calls for a fire mission on Fire Support Base Pike in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 11, 1969. Lt. Col. J.W. Stemple, the commanding officer of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, stands beside him. This photo was taken as part of Operation Taylor Common. (Defense Dept. Photo, Marine Corps, 4371841, Mis 127, GVB-276) Stock Photo

RM2TA2MT2–Gen Leonard F Chapman calls for a fire mission on Fire Support Base Pike in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 11, 1969. Lt. Col. J.W. Stemple, the commanding officer of the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, stands beside him. This photo was taken as part of Operation Taylor Common. (Defense Dept. Photo, Marine Corps, 4371841, Mis 127, GVB-276)

Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attend ceremonies in 1969. The image shows Senator Henry Bellmon of Oklahoma posing with constituents during his visit to the 7th Marine Regiment on Hill 55. The photo was taken on July 2, 1969, by Sergeant A.V. Huffman as part of the activities of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA27DM–Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attend ceremonies in 1969. The image shows Senator Henry Bellmon of Oklahoma posing with constituents during his visit to the 7th Marine Regiment on Hill 55. The photo was taken on July 2, 1969, by Sergeant A.V. Huffman as part of the activities of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam.

A U.S. Marine, Corpsman 3rd Class Glenn G. Simpson, is seen carrying a tired and captured North Vietnamese soldier up a steep slope during a patrol mission conducted by 'M' Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. This photograph was taken on August 28, 1969, seven miles east of An Hoa in Vietnam. (Photo: Defense Dept. - Marine Corps) Stock Photo

RM2TA3593–A U.S. Marine, Corpsman 3rd Class Glenn G. Simpson, is seen carrying a tired and captured North Vietnamese soldier up a steep slope during a patrol mission conducted by 'M' Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. This photograph was taken on August 28, 1969, seven miles east of An Hoa in Vietnam. (Photo: Defense Dept. - Marine Corps)

A CH-46 helicopter approaches a mountain-top Fire Support Base in the northern Republic of Vietnam. Colored smoke is released to demonstrate wind direction. The pilot is on a combat resupply mission for Leathernecks of the 3rd Marine Division. Another CH-46 can be seen in the distance. Supplies include food, water, ammunition, and combat equipment. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Cpl Leetch. Stock Photo

RM2TA30WP–A CH-46 helicopter approaches a mountain-top Fire Support Base in the northern Republic of Vietnam. Colored smoke is released to demonstrate wind direction. The pilot is on a combat resupply mission for Leathernecks of the 3rd Marine Division. Another CH-46 can be seen in the distance. Supplies include food, water, ammunition, and combat equipment. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Cpl Leetch.

A Marine from I Company, Third Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment inspects the inside of an enemy bunker in search of stored caches in Vietnam on March 23, 1969. Lance Corporal Tom Bronson, an S2 scout, from Waterloo, Iowa, carefully examines the area. The 26th Marine Regiment operates under the command of Major General Ormond Simpson in the First Marine Division. Stock Photo

RM2TA3B4F–A Marine from I Company, Third Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment inspects the inside of an enemy bunker in search of stored caches in Vietnam on March 23, 1969. Lance Corporal Tom Bronson, an S2 scout, from Waterloo, Iowa, carefully examines the area. The 26th Marine Regiment operates under the command of Major General Ormond Simpson in the First Marine Division.

Caption: 'Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attend a ceremony in 1969. Captain Frank Cox, USMC, and Major General George S. Bowman Jr., USMC, display a Post Office Department flag presented by Postmaster General W.M. Blount at the III Marine Amphibious Force Postal Complex in Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam.' Stock Photo

RM2TA26JD–Caption: 'Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Warner, Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, and Dr. Norman Vincent Peale attend a ceremony in 1969. Captain Frank Cox, USMC, and Major General George S. Bowman Jr., USMC, display a Post Office Department flag presented by Postmaster General W.M. Blount at the III Marine Amphibious Force Postal Complex in Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam.'

Gunnery Sergeant James R. Johnson receives the Silver Star Medal from Major General Raymond G. Davis. The ceremony took place at Dong Ha, Vietnam, on February 26, 1969. Johnson was recognized for his heroic actions in leading a patrol from the Third Reconnaissance Battalion, resulting in the killing of 25 enemy soldiers during a communist assault on their position. A Defense Department Photo taken by the Marine Corps. Reference number: A192795. Stock Photo

RM2TA359C–Gunnery Sergeant James R. Johnson receives the Silver Star Medal from Major General Raymond G. Davis. The ceremony took place at Dong Ha, Vietnam, on February 26, 1969. Johnson was recognized for his heroic actions in leading a patrol from the Third Reconnaissance Battalion, resulting in the killing of 25 enemy soldiers during a communist assault on their position. A Defense Department Photo taken by the Marine Corps. Reference number: A192795.

'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' Stock Photo

RM2TA2A5M–'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'

Postmaster General W.M. Blount (1) thanks Captain Frank Cox, a postal officer in III Marine Amphibious Force Postal Complex, for his tour of the postal complex which serves III Marine Amphibious Force, 1st Marine Division, and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Da Nang. Major General George S. Bowman Jr. (3rd from left) acts as the escort for Postmaster General Blount during his visit to I Corps Tactical Zone, Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam, November 7, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA2JR2–Postmaster General W.M. Blount (1) thanks Captain Frank Cox, a postal officer in III Marine Amphibious Force Postal Complex, for his tour of the postal complex which serves III Marine Amphibious Force, 1st Marine Division, and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Da Nang. Major General George S. Bowman Jr. (3rd from left) acts as the escort for Postmaster General Blount during his visit to I Corps Tactical Zone, Da Nang, Republic of Vietnam, November 7, 1969.

General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, visited Vietnam in August 1969. In this photograph, he is seen alongside other high-ranking officials and officers. From left to right: Major General Ormond R. Simpson, Major General George 3. Bowman Jr., Lieutenant General Herman Nickerson, Jr., General Chapman, Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, Major General William G. Thrash, and Brigadier General George B. Dooley. Source: Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA377D–General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, visited Vietnam in August 1969. In this photograph, he is seen alongside other high-ranking officials and officers. From left to right: Major General Ormond R. Simpson, Major General George 3. Bowman Jr., Lieutenant General Herman Nickerson, Jr., General Chapman, Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, Major General William G. Thrash, and Brigadier General George B. Dooley. Source: Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps).

In this photograph taken on October 30, 1969, Lt. Gen. Buse is seen inspecting the automatic M79 grenade launcher during a test fire demonstration. The photograph captures a moment of military activity within the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. (Caption: Lt. Gen. Buse inspects the M79 grenade launcher during a test fire demonstration.) Stock Photo

RM2TA32KY–In this photograph taken on October 30, 1969, Lt. Gen. Buse is seen inspecting the automatic M79 grenade launcher during a test fire demonstration. The photograph captures a moment of military activity within the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. (Caption: Lt. Gen. Buse inspects the M79 grenade launcher during a test fire demonstration.)

Marines from India Company conducting patrols in Vietnam - October 30, 1969. The photo shows them crossing an open field, as captured by LCpl John Gentry. Image credit: DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A374389. Stock Photo

RM2TA36TX–Marines from India Company conducting patrols in Vietnam - October 30, 1969. The photo shows them crossing an open field, as captured by LCpl John Gentry. Image credit: DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A374389.

Marines from 'A' Company, 1/9th Marine Regiment, discovering a cache of 82mm mortar rounds near the Laotian border during Operation Dawson River on February 27, 1969. This image documents the ongoing combat activities and efforts by elements of the ninth Marines in Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA29AB–Marines from 'A' Company, 1/9th Marine Regiment, discovering a cache of 82mm mortar rounds near the Laotian border during Operation Dawson River on February 27, 1969. This image documents the ongoing combat activities and efforts by elements of the ninth Marines in Vietnam.

General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, arriving at Force Logistics Command Children's Hospital in Vietnam on January 11, 1969. Small Vietnamese boys providing an Honor Guard. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) mis A193724 127 GVB-276. Stock Photo

RM2TA35YH–General Leonard F. Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, arriving at Force Logistics Command Children's Hospital in Vietnam on January 11, 1969. Small Vietnamese boys providing an Honor Guard. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) mis A193724 127 GVB-276.

Marine Corps and soldiers from the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) prepare for a night ambush in Tan Thanh hamlet, 3 miles east of Hoi An, Vietnam in 1969. This Combined Action Platoon (CAP) operates day and night, living and fighting alongside the local Vietnamese people. Defense Department Photo. Stock Photo

RM2TA300A–Marine Corps and soldiers from the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) prepare for a night ambush in Tan Thanh hamlet, 3 miles east of Hoi An, Vietnam in 1969. This Combined Action Platoon (CAP) operates day and night, living and fighting alongside the local Vietnamese people. Defense Department Photo.

Pfc Kenneth L. Eserspacher and an ARVN soldier cleaning the M-60 machine gun during their service with the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. This photo was taken on December 9, 1969, by Cpl G. J. Vojack. It is a 35mm negative from the Defense Department, specifically the Marine Corps. Stock Photo

RM2TA2GAE–Pfc Kenneth L. Eserspacher and an ARVN soldier cleaning the M-60 machine gun during their service with the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. This photo was taken on December 9, 1969, by Cpl G. J. Vojack. It is a 35mm negative from the Defense Department, specifically the Marine Corps.

Marines disembarking in Vietnam after a wet embarkation. Photo taken on September 6, 1969, by Sgt R.F. Ruiz of the III Marine Amphibious Force. The image shows a group of Marines on a ship, after their departure from Vietnam. Photo sourced from the Defense Department (Marine Corps). Stock Photo

RM2TA2GMM–Marines disembarking in Vietnam after a wet embarkation. Photo taken on September 6, 1969, by Sgt R.F. Ruiz of the III Marine Amphibious Force. The image shows a group of Marines on a ship, after their departure from Vietnam. Photo sourced from the Defense Department (Marine Corps).

A CH-53 helicopter lands supplies atop FSB Razor as part of Operation Dewey Canyon in Vietnam. This photograph, taken on January 22, 1969, captures the 3rd Marine Division receiving supplies from the helicopter for the 9th Marines and 12th Marines. Photo credit: C. Sickler, Department of Defense. A393044. Stock Photo

RM2TA37NR–A CH-53 helicopter lands supplies atop FSB Razor as part of Operation Dewey Canyon in Vietnam. This photograph, taken on January 22, 1969, captures the 3rd Marine Division receiving supplies from the helicopter for the 9th Marines and 12th Marines. Photo credit: C. Sickler, Department of Defense. A393044.

Marines from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, are seen waiting in a chow line to eat a hot meal during a patrol in Vietnam. The photograph, taken on October 30, 1969, shows the soldiers 8 miles south of DaNang. It captures a candid moment of wartime sustenance for the troops. Stock Photo

RM2TA30KM–Marines from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, are seen waiting in a chow line to eat a hot meal during a patrol in Vietnam. The photograph, taken on October 30, 1969, shows the soldiers 8 miles south of DaNang. It captures a candid moment of wartime sustenance for the troops.

Private First Class Russell R. Widdifield, of 3rd Platoon, 'M' Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, takes a break during a ground movement 25 miles North of An Hoa, North Vietnam. The photo was taken in 1969 by Cpl A.V. Huffman, as part of the activities of the 1st MarDiv in Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA2GEE–Private First Class Russell R. Widdifield, of 3rd Platoon, 'M' Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, takes a break during a ground movement 25 miles North of An Hoa, North Vietnam. The photo was taken in 1969 by Cpl A.V. Huffman, as part of the activities of the 1st MarDiv in Vietnam.

Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment engage in artillery fire using a 155mm Howitzer during Operation Taylor Common in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 5, 1969. The operation took place approximately 23 miles southwest of Danang and involved Task Force Yankee. This photograph was taken by LCpl G. Wright. Stock Photo

RM2TA304X–Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment engage in artillery fire using a 155mm Howitzer during Operation Taylor Common in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 5, 1969. The operation took place approximately 23 miles southwest of Danang and involved Task Force Yankee. This photograph was taken by LCpl G. Wright.

A member of the 3rd Marine Division, Corporal Sandy R. Reid, from Kalamasod, Michigan, is seen in a photograph applying camouflage face paint during a recon patrol in Vietnam on January 1, 1969. The image, taken by 35mm negative photographter Partain, captures the soldier's preparation for combat in the dense jungle. Stock Photo

RM2TA2E28–A member of the 3rd Marine Division, Corporal Sandy R. Reid, from Kalamasod, Michigan, is seen in a photograph applying camouflage face paint during a recon patrol in Vietnam on January 1, 1969. The image, taken by 35mm negative photographter Partain, captures the soldier's preparation for combat in the dense jungle.

Aerial view of Liberty Bridge remains on the Song Thu Bon River in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 27, 1969. The bridge was used by Marine units to transport supplies to the Marine Complex. The unit base on the extreme left belonged to the 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Photo by GySgt. Krueger. (Defense Department Photo/Marine Corps) Stock Photo

RM2TA3P51–Aerial view of Liberty Bridge remains on the Song Thu Bon River in An Hoa, Vietnam on January 27, 1969. The bridge was used by Marine units to transport supplies to the Marine Complex. The unit base on the extreme left belonged to the 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Photo by GySgt. Krueger. (Defense Department Photo/Marine Corps)

Marine Lance Cpl. Steven Hawkins, from Rochester, NY, uses his compass to align his 60mm mortar for defensive firing south of the Demilitarized Zone during Operation Dawson River. This operation took place west of Khe Sanh in the northernmost province of South Vietnam on January 3, 1969. Photog: LCpl Don Barr. (DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO, Provided by MARINE CORPS) Stock Photo

RM2TA2J55–Marine Lance Cpl. Steven Hawkins, from Rochester, NY, uses his compass to align his 60mm mortar for defensive firing south of the Demilitarized Zone during Operation Dawson River. This operation took place west of Khe Sanh in the northernmost province of South Vietnam on January 3, 1969. Photog: LCpl Don Barr. (DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO, Provided by MARINE CORPS)

Marines from H&S Company, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines are seen embarking a Marine CH-45 Helicopter at Landing Zone Chopper. The event took place on January 6, 1969, during Operation Dawson River West near Ky Shan in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by Patterson and is a 85mm negative. DEFENSE JEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) bh 1800532 127 GVB-19/ Stock Photo

RM2TA2T1W–Marines from H&S Company, 1st Battalion, 9th Marines are seen embarking a Marine CH-45 Helicopter at Landing Zone Chopper. The event took place on January 6, 1969, during Operation Dawson River West near Ky Shan in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by Patterson and is a 85mm negative. DEFENSE JEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) bh 1800532 127 GVB-19/

Marine Lance Cpl. Dennis L. Butts, 19, from Carlyle, Illinois, takes a break from carrying his heavy pack and radio during a mission against enemy forces in Quang Tri Province. Butts, a member of the 9th Marines, is one of the many infantrymen who must navigate dense jungle terrain near the Demilitarized Zone while carrying essential equipment. Photograph taken on June 30, 1969, by Cpl. J. G. McCullough, part of the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA3CJX–Marine Lance Cpl. Dennis L. Butts, 19, from Carlyle, Illinois, takes a break from carrying his heavy pack and radio during a mission against enemy forces in Quang Tri Province. Butts, a member of the 9th Marines, is one of the many infantrymen who must navigate dense jungle terrain near the Demilitarized Zone while carrying essential equipment. Photograph taken on June 30, 1969, by Cpl. J. G. McCullough, part of the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam.

Marines prepare to board CH-46 transport helicopters at Vandegrift Combat Base for a search and clear mission in the Scotland II area of operations in Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Sgt. Mike Padilla of the 3rd Marine Division. Stock Photo

RM2TA2NTY–Marines prepare to board CH-46 transport helicopters at Vandegrift Combat Base for a search and clear mission in the Scotland II area of operations in Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Sgt. Mike Padilla of the 3rd Marine Division.

Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt, Commanding General of the Third Marine Division, seen at the Dong Ha Orphanage in Vietnam on April 4, 1969. He is accompanied by General Davis and Father Paul, who runs the orphanage. Father Paul requested that no pictures be released in Vietnam. This image was captured by C.E. Woodruff. (Caption based on image information) Stock Photo

RM2TA35CP–Lieutenant General Lewis W. Walt, Commanding General of the Third Marine Division, seen at the Dong Ha Orphanage in Vietnam on April 4, 1969. He is accompanied by General Davis and Father Paul, who runs the orphanage. Father Paul requested that no pictures be released in Vietnam. This image was captured by C.E. Woodruff. (Caption based on image information)

Dr. Paul P. Fryling, vice president of the Aracutive Committee of the World Relief Commission (WRC), is seen giving a benediction during a ceremony. This ceremony marks the co-sponsorship of Hoa Khanh Children's Hospital by WRC and Force Logistics Command. The hospital is located around seven miles northwest of Da Nang in Vietnam. This photograph was taken in 1969 by the Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps. Stock Photo

RM2TA3G21–Dr. Paul P. Fryling, vice president of the Aracutive Committee of the World Relief Commission (WRC), is seen giving a benediction during a ceremony. This ceremony marks the co-sponsorship of Hoa Khanh Children's Hospital by WRC and Force Logistics Command. The hospital is located around seven miles northwest of Da Nang in Vietnam. This photograph was taken in 1969 by the Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Corps.

Aerial view of the Marine Complex at An Hoa, Vietnam on January 27, 1969. This complex served as the headquarters for Task Force Yanky. Photograph taken by GySgt Kruegen, looking northwest. The image shows the layout of the complex and surrounding areas. Stock Photo

RM2TA3R20–Aerial view of the Marine Complex at An Hoa, Vietnam on January 27, 1969. This complex served as the headquarters for Task Force Yanky. Photograph taken by GySgt Kruegen, looking northwest. The image shows the layout of the complex and surrounding areas.

First Lt. R. T. Rohweller, a company commander with the 9th Marine Regiment, briefing his men on top of Hill 764 during a combat operation in Vietnam. Photograph taken on January 29, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA3NW5–First Lt. R. T. Rohweller, a company commander with the 9th Marine Regiment, briefing his men on top of Hill 764 during a combat operation in Vietnam. Photograph taken on January 29, 1969.

Image of the aftermath of an enemy rocket mortar and napper team attack on the Mortar Transport compound of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam on August 12, 1969. The damage to the headquarters battalion is evident in the photograph taken by Cpl R. E. Dillon. Stock Photo

RM2TA2BJJ–Image of the aftermath of an enemy rocket mortar and napper team attack on the Mortar Transport compound of the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam on August 12, 1969. The damage to the headquarters battalion is evident in the photograph taken by Cpl R. E. Dillon.

Marines from India Company in the 1st Marine Division on a patrol mission in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by LCpl John Gentry on October 30, 1969. The soldiers are seen engaged in a military exercise. (Caption based on available information) Stock Photo

RM2TA3KE6–Marines from India Company in the 1st Marine Division on a patrol mission in Vietnam. The photograph was taken by LCpl John Gentry on October 30, 1969. The soldiers are seen engaged in a military exercise. (Caption based on available information)

Congressman McKneally shakes hands with Sgt. Roy K. Woodruff, age 20, during an official visit at a military base in Vietnam. This photo was taken by Cpl P.J. LaBrecque on December 31, 1969, as part of the activities of the 1st MarDiv (1st Marine Division). Stock Photo

RM2TA3JBR–Congressman McKneally shakes hands with Sgt. Roy K. Woodruff, age 20, during an official visit at a military base in Vietnam. This photo was taken by Cpl P.J. LaBrecque on December 31, 1969, as part of the activities of the 1st MarDiv (1st Marine Division).

Major General Ormand Simpson, Commanding General of the Marine Division, greets President Nguyen Van Thieu on his arrival at the Marine Combat Base in An Hoa, Vietnam. Also present were Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, I pa Commander, and President Thieu. Date: February 3, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA37W4–Major General Ormand Simpson, Commanding General of the Marine Division, greets President Nguyen Van Thieu on his arrival at the Marine Combat Base in An Hoa, Vietnam. Also present were Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Lam, I pa Commander, and President Thieu. Date: February 3, 1969.

General Leonard F. Chapman Jr., the Commandant of the Marine Corps, is briefed on a list of captured weapons by Sergeant John O'Donnell and Colonel Duong. This image was taken during General Chapman's visit to Combined Action Platoon 3-5-4 in Vietnam on August 8, 1969. Stock Photo

RM2TA2RY8–General Leonard F. Chapman Jr., the Commandant of the Marine Corps, is briefed on a list of captured weapons by Sergeant John O'Donnell and Colonel Duong. This image was taken during General Chapman's visit to Combined Action Platoon 3-5-4 in Vietnam on August 8, 1969.

Marines from the 1st 175mm Gran Battery (SP) prepare for a fire mission near Da Nang, Vietnam in 1969. They are seen with the M-107 175mm self propelled gun, the Marine Corps' newest artillery piece at the time. The image captures the menacing appearance of the artillery barrel. Stock Photo

RM2TA3BG1–Marines from the 1st 175mm Gran Battery (SP) prepare for a fire mission near Da Nang, Vietnam in 1969. They are seen with the M-107 175mm self propelled gun, the Marine Corps' newest artillery piece at the time. The image captures the menacing appearance of the artillery barrel.

Marines of the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment prepare to case the unit's colors for the last time in Vietnam. The Marines will be heading to Okinawa after boarding the USS Paul Revere at the Deep Water Pier in Da Nang on August 1, 1969.-(Photograph: Sgt M. S. Detherage) Stock Photo

RM2TA281D–Marines of the 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment prepare to case the unit's colors for the last time in Vietnam. The Marines will be heading to Okinawa after boarding the USS Paul Revere at the Deep Water Pier in Da Nang on August 1, 1969.-(Photograph: Sgt M. S. Detherage)

Gen Leonard F Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, is shown being saluted by children at Hoa Khanh Children's Hospital in Da Nang, Vietnam. This image was taken on January 11, 1969, during the general's visit to Marine units in the northern five provinces of South Vietnam. Stock Photo

RM2TA3498–Gen Leonard F Chapman, Jr., Commandant of the Marine Corps, is shown being saluted by children at Hoa Khanh Children's Hospital in Da Nang, Vietnam. This image was taken on January 11, 1969, during the general's visit to Marine units in the northern five provinces of South Vietnam.

The American and South Vietnamese flags are lowered during a sunset ceremony at the First Marine Division Headquarters in Vietnam on November 13, 1969. This photograph was taken by Sgt R. W. Nelson and is part of the Department of Defense's collection. The image showcases a flag ceremony at the Marine Corps base. Stock Photo

RM2TA3FEM–The American and South Vietnamese flags are lowered during a sunset ceremony at the First Marine Division Headquarters in Vietnam on November 13, 1969. This photograph was taken by Sgt R. W. Nelson and is part of the Department of Defense's collection. The image showcases a flag ceremony at the Marine Corps base.

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