During the Vietnam War in 1968, a Lieutenant named Dowe is depicted in this photograph pulling a little boy's tooth, while other children observe. The picture captures a brief moment of interaction between the American military personnel and Vietnamese civilians. It is an image of dental care being provided to local children.

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