An Alpini vetran from Belluno greets Lt. Col. Rafael Camporese following their attendance at the official ceremony honoring the victims of the Vajont Dam disaster. On October 9th, 1963, a mega-tsunami at the Vajont Dam caused by landslides resulted in one of the worst man-made disasters in history. SETAF-AF provided the first helicopters to assist with recovery efforts, as well as medical supplies and personnel. (U.S. Army photo by 1st. Lt. Katherine Sibilla)
Date Taken: | 09.10.2023 |
Date Posted: | 10.10.2023 10:10 |
Photo ID: | 8062994 |
VIRIN: | 231009-A-HJ939-2245 |
Resolution: | 4081x3105 |
Size: | 6.15 MB |
Location: | LONGARONE, IT |
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