Marines from the 3rd Marine Division in South Vietnam are seen operating heavy guns, including an 81 mortar, on Hill 225 near Phu Bai. These artillery pieces are inflicting significant damage on the Viet Cong. The photo was taken on October 4, 1965, by Sgt. Reid. It is an official Defense Department photograph.

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