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My CFAY Weekly, Sept. 18

CFA Yokosuka Public Affairs

Cover of My CFAY Weekly, featuring the FY 2026 CPO Pinning Ceremony with images of naval officers saluting, a US Navy cap, and flags of the USA and Japan.

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