Marines prepare for the Operation Frequent Wind evacuation of civilians during the Vietnam War. In this photograph taken on April 29, 1975, two marines can be seen sitting on a CH-53 helicopter (IH-463) onboard the USS Hancock. The helicopter awaits departure to Saigon to assist in the evacuation efforts.

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Size: 3328px × 2119px
Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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