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U.S. Navy Seaman Barry Rouchon casts a reflection as he steers the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk while operating in the western Pacific Ocean as Seaman Robert Johnson watches, June 15, 2008. The USS Kitty Hawk is returning to the United States for decommissioning after 47 years of service, 10 of which have been in Japan.

RETURNING HOME

U.S. Navy Seaman Barry Rouchon casts a reflection as he steers the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk while operating in the western Pacific Ocean as Seaman Robert Johnson watches, June 15, 2008. The USS Kitty Hawk is returning to the United States for decommissioning after 47 years of service, 10 of which have been in Japan.

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