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Aerial view of a firefighting helicopter carrying a water bucket over Fuenteheridos, Huelva, Andalusia, Spain on a clear day.

www.thearmorylife.com/battle-of-cape-gloucester/ The "Battle of Cape Gloucester," narrated by Capt. Dale Dye, USMC (Ret), details the harrowing experience of the 1st Marine Division during World War II. Faced with the unforgiving elements of monsoon rains and a dense jungle alongside formidable Japanese forces, the Marines embarked on Operation Backhander in December 1943 to secure the airstrip at Cape Gloucester. Despite the challenges, including equipment failures in muddy conditions and fierce enemy resistance, the operation was instrumental in securing the airstrip, crucial for General MacArthur's campaign towards the Philippines. The account highlights the immense physical toll on the Marines, compounded by the treacherous terrain and adverse weather conditions they endured. The hard-won battle provided vital tactical insights that influenced subsequent Pacific War strategies, underlining the jungle's perils equivalent to the enemy faced.

2024 BLM Fire Employee Photo Contest Category - Aviation
Air support using water bucket/tank drops on the Wapiti Fire near Bulltrout Lake on the Wapiti Fire outside of Stanley, Idaho. Photo by Wesley Davis, BLM.

A Chinook helicopter in flight demonstrates its heavy-lift capability by transporting a tactical boat via sling load. This striking image showcases the Chinook’s versatility in providing logistical support for military missions, ensuring rapid deployment of critical assets