LCpl Howard E. Yates, aged 18, from the 2nd Squad, 1st Plt., is seen providing security for Col. Harrell's helicopter as it lands in the LZ. The photograph was taken on December 25, 1969, during the Vietnam War. It was captured by LCpl Pearson and is part of the 323 - Security, Sentry - Guards and Military Police series. Defense Department Photo (Marine Corps) pd A372850.

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