Captain Durwood K. Schnell, a highly decorated Marine jet pilot, stands beside his aircraft after successfully completing one of his 533 combat missions during the Vietnam War. Schnell holds the record for the most combat missions flown by a Marine jet pilot in Vietnam. This official Marine Corps photo captures his dedication and courage during the war.

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