PHOTO #69


MM 129 __ Hsamshingyang, Burma __ Late March, 1944
Marauders HG and 3rd Battalion base at Hsamshingyang, Burma seen from a supply drop aircraft during drop. Note distribution of chutes on ground and in trees. Pilot must approach in direction seen here at low altitude: and make sharp turn to right to avoid hills ahead. Cargo must be ejected at precise moment to make effective drop.