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Navy Cmdr. Kelly Laing exchanges smiles and hugs as he returns home to Naval Base Kitsap, Wash., March 16, 2016. Laing is commanding officer of the blue crew of the ballistic-missile submarine USS Maine, which returned to the base following a routine strategic deterrent patrol. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray

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Navy Cmdr. Kelly Laing exchanges smiles and hugs as he returns home to Naval Base Kitsap, Wash., March 16, 2016. Laing is commanding officer of the blue crew of the ballistic-missile submarine USS Maine, which returned to the base following a routine strategic deterrent patrol. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray

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