A marine from the Second Battalion Ninth Marines uses a leaf to guide water into his canteen for drinking during the Vietnam War. This photo captures the importance of water purification plants and field re-supply for the military in providing clean and safe drinking water for soldiers in the field.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
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