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A child shows a stuffed animal to Santa and Mrs. Claus while in a gymnasium.

Full of Cheer

A child shows Santa and Mrs. Claus a new toy during Operation Santa Claus at the Martin L. Olson School gymnasium in Golovin, Alaska, Nov. 30, 2023. Operation Santa Claus is the Alaska National Guard’s yearly community outreach program that provides gifts and Christmas cheer to children in remote communities across the state.

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