Marine Corps LCpl Schackmann captured this image on February 23, 1968, as part of the 3rd Marine Division's activities in Vietnam. The photo shows a Marine playing a pump organ during a church service. This image highlights the presence of religion among American military personnel during the Vietnam War.

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