VMO-251 had a multi-handed mascot for their squadron symbol which
represented their many tasks. Some of the photos are obviously
from that era (1942-43) while others are undated. (Note added
Jan 2008: The IDs for the VMF-212 picture were kindly provided by
Charles Quilter II.)
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VMF-212 at Efate, mid-1942 |
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Crossing the equator party |
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Blaine Baesler, later CO of VMF-512 |
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Col. Campbell standing center |
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Col. Campbell (r) and unknown |
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A classic pose at the latrine |
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Unknown Naval officer, also seen in previous photo. |
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