Vietnamese refugees aboard the USS Hancock during Operation Frequent Wind in 1975. They are seen clustering together after surrendering their valuables and baggage. To overcome the language barrier with the Marines, they were given numbered tags that matched those on themselves and their belongings. This photograph was taken by GySgt. D.L. Shearer. (Caption Source: Defense Department, Marine Corps)

Vietnamese refugees aboard the USS Hancock during Operation Frequent Wind in 1975. They are seen clustering together after surrendering their valuables and baggage. To overcome the language barrier with the Marines, they were given numbered tags that matched those on themselves and their belongings. This photograph was taken by GySgt. D.L. Shearer. (Caption Source: Defense Department, Marine Corps) Stock Photo

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