On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, AFMS celebrates aeromedical's role

Each year, the nation honors the service and sacrifices of Vietnam War veterans March 29 for National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which marks the day the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam March 29, 1973.

While more than 58,000 Americans paid the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam, Air Force Medical Service improvements in aeromedical evacuation helped ensure wounded service members had a better chance for survival than ever before.

Historical photo of medical Airmen. — A flight medical technician prepares a litter for a wounded U.S. Marine during a flight to Da Nang Air Base, Republic of Vietnam. The wounded Marines were evacuated by Air Force CH-3G helicopters from a nearby battle area. (Courtesy photo)

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