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Two service members prepare ham hock cigars in a kitchen.

Military Ham Hocks

Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Mike Edwards and Air Force Staff Sgt. Amber Boyd prepare ham hock cigars for the USO Salute to Military Chefs dinner in Arlington, Va., Nov. 14, 2017. DoD photo by EJ Hersom

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