A formation of helicopters takes off into the sun during Operation PIANHA. This image captures the first assault wave of Marines from the 9 1st MAW Chu Lai, Vietnam on September 7, 1965. The sky is filled with helicopters as they embark on their mission. Photog: SSgt. Savatt. DEFF SE DEPT. PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) A185241 XVA 127 GVB-2/1.

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