Marines Provide Flood Relief

December 26, 1957, in Marine Corps history.
Marines Provide Flood Relief
Posted on 12/26/2025

On December 26, 1957, 20 helicopters from Marine Light Helicopter Squadron 162 were rushed to Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) onboard the USS Princeton. Upon arrival, Marines participated in the rescue and evacuation of flood victims.

*Image info: The USS Princeton. (U.S. Navy photo)


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