A recon marine from the 3rd Marine Division in Vietnam, 1968, is seen in a defensive position, using binoculars to observe enemy activities during Operation Nanking Scotland II. This photograph, taken by the Defense Department, captures an important aspect of combat operations during the Vietnam War.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
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