Image: The photograph showcases a lineup of CH-46 helicopters on September 17, 1968, during the Vietnam War. The helicopters are preparing to pick up 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, and 1st Battalion, 9th Marines for Operation Schtland II Truesdale North in the DMZ. A total of 36 helicopters were deployed for this mission. Accredited to photographer Shearer, the image carries the defense department's identification number as A192143.

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Size: 3384px × 2164px
Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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