A-4 Skyhawk launching from Chu Lai on March 20, 1967. The aircraft is armed with four rocket pods. The launch was in response to a Marine reconnaissance patrol that was pinned down by enemy fire. Pilots of Marine Attack Squadron-223 silenced the guns, allowing helicopters to rescue the patrol. (Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps)

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