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    Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument Dedication Ceremony [Image 13 of 16]

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    A military helicopter, appearing to be a Bell UH-1 'Huey' in olive drab livery, is on static outdoor display at what appears to be a public memorial or government grounds. Visitors of various ages are gathered around the aircraft examining it, with an informational display board visible nearby. The setting features neoclassical architecture in the background, suggesting a Washington D.C. memorial or similar civic location.

    ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    04.18.2018

    Photo by Elizabeth Fraser   

    Arlington National Cemetery   

    A UH-1N Iroquius helicopter is on display in front of the Women In Military Service for America memorial outside of Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, April 18, 2018. Later that day, a dedication ceremony is held in honor of The Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument that was installed in Section 35. The monument honors the nearly 5,000 helicopter pilors and crewmembers killed during the Vietnam War. Remarks were given during the formal ceremony by U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) Carl McNair, Jr. and Gold Star Sister Julie Kink. (U.S. Army photo by Elizabeth Fraser / Arlington National Cemetery / released)

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    Date Taken: 04.18.2018
    Date Posted: 04.19.2018 17:25
    Photo ID: 4314465
    VIRIN: 180418-A-IW468-776
    Resolution: 7360x4912
    Size: 19.27 MB
    Location: ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 99
    Downloads: 3

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