Hdqts Co. 5th Marines Scout Sniper Plt., Anh Hoa, Vietnam

Hdqts Co. 5th Marines Scout Sniper Platoon operated out of the Anh Hoa Combat Base in Quang Nam Province, Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. Tasked with providing precision marksmanship, reconnaissance, and intelligence gathering, the platoon supported the 5th Marine Regiment’s operations against Viet Cong and North Vietnamese Army forces in the region. Their missions often involved deep patrols in challenging terrain, targeting enemy leadership and disrupting supply routes. Known for their effectiveness and stealth, the Scout Sniper Platoon played a critical role in enhancing the regiment’s combat effectiveness from their base at Anh Hoa.