This image gallery contains images of the many rescuers from the Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines.

From left to right: Lt. Commander James E. Rylee, Lt. (j.g.) Donald G. Hartman, Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate William A. Brazzell, and Aviation Machinist’s Mate C.V. Lindley. The four are being congratulated by Vice Admiral Robert E. Townsend. The helicopter used in the rescue is in the background. (Photo courtesy Bill Brazzell, Official Navy photograph)