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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Christa Vernon celebrates with a member of Seika Girls High School after their performance during a concert in the American consulate in Fukuoka, Hakata, Japan, Aug. 11, 2012. Vernon, a musician, is assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Band.

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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Christa Vernon celebrates with a member of Seika Girls High School after their performance during a concert in the American consulate in Fukuoka, Hakata, Japan, Aug. 11, 2012. Vernon, a musician, is assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Band.

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