Marines of "D" Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, participating in reconnaissance training during the Vietnam War. In this image, the marines are seen racing across the Quang Tri River in a rubber boat as part of their continuous training and conditioning. Furthermore, when not engaged in reconnaissance operations, the Marines spend significant time enhancing their skills to operate effectively in small teams.

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Size: 3288px × 2080px
Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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