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Operation MAMELUKE THRUST: The Battles, Arley Abraham and Marine Sacrifices
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Operation MAMELUKE THRUST: The Battles, Arley Abraham and Marine Sacrifices

Operation MAMELUKE THRUST was a US Marine Corps campaign conducted in Happy Valley, southwest of Da Nang, from May 19 to October 23, 1968.
Say His Name to Remember: Sgt. Larry Gambotto
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Say His Name to Remember: Sgt. Larry Gambotto

Sergeant Gambotto's actions on September 13, 1968, demonstrate exceptional bravery and leadership in the face of danger.
Operation Swift: The Battle for Quế Sơn Valley and the Heroism of the 5th Marines
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Operation Swift: The Battle for Quế Sơn Valley and the Heroism of the 5th Marines

Operation Swift began on the morning of September 4, 1967, when Company D, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, was attacked before dawn by a larger PAVN force near the village of Dong Son.
Airboat Ambush: SFC Robert Anspach's Final Mission
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Airboat Ambush: SFC Robert Anspach's Final Mission

In September 1967, Special Forces airboat teams were ambushed by the Viet Cong near the Cambodian border, resulting in heavy losses and one of the worst defeats for U.S. airboat operations in Vietnam.
From the la Drang Valley to the South Tower - A soldiers sacrifice
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From the la Drang Valley to the South Tower - A soldiers sacrifice

Rick Rescorla’s distinguished military career, particularly during the Battle of Ia Drang, made him a notable figure in both military history and popular culture. During the 9/11 attacks, Rick Rescorla's quick and decisive actions saved many lives.
Corporal William Thompson and the dangerous missions of the LRRPs
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Corporal William Thompson and the dangerous missions of the LRRPs

LRRP teams were typically comprised of small, highly trained groups of soldiers who would be inserted by helicopter or on foot into enemy territory. Their primary mission was to gather crucial intelligence on enemy movements, and supply routes.
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