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Article: STENNIS CELEBRATES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE

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March 7, 2006
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The U.S. Navy issued the following press release:

By Sigfrido A. Bobonis USS John C. Stennis Public Affairs

Sailors of USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) celebrated African American Heritage Month Feb. 24 in hangar bay two by performing songs, poems, and various speeches about African Americans who made an impact on America.

African American Heritage Day is celebrated to honor African Americans who fought for their freedom and changed their country.

"It is important to celebrate African American Heritage day so that Sailors understand the importance of this day," said Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Treva Stapleton, command religious ministries department. "It makes people understand ...

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