Marines from the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, and Vietnamese villagers unload a truck full of food, clothing, books, and games donated by students at Escondido High School, Escondido California on June 2, 1966. This interaction aimed at fostering connections between US military personnel and the local population during the Vietnam War. DEFENSE DEPT. PHOTO (Cpl. Gaspard) 4369101.

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