A CH-46 helicopter approaches a mountain-top Fire Support Base in the northern Republic of Vietnam. Colored smoke is released to demonstrate wind direction. The pilot is on a combat resupply mission for Leathernecks of the 3rd Marine Division. Another CH-46 can be seen in the distance. Supplies include food, water, ammunition, and combat equipment. This photograph was taken in 1969 by Cpl Leetch.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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