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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Leeann Sokolis attaches the U.S. flag in preparation for shifting colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) before departing Norfolk, Va., for sea trials and flight deck certification on July 10, 2009.

Petty Officer 2nd Class Leeann Sokolis attaches the U.S. flag in preparation for shifting colors.

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Leeann Sokolis attaches the U.S. flag in preparation for shifting colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) before departing Norfolk, Va., for sea trials and flight deck certification on July 10, 2009.

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