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A sailor hugs a child during a homecoming event as both hold red roses.

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Navy Lt. Ciara Black Scott embraces her son on the pier during a homecoming for the USS Somerset at Naval Base San Diego, Aug. 13, 2024. The ship was deployed to the Indo-Pacific region for 7 months.

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Tags: California, Military Families, Navy, military children
Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Evan Diaz VIRIN: 240813-N-JS660-1770Y.JPG

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