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Date: October 29, 2009

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Coast Guard unit celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month in Va.

Rear Admiral Brooks discusses Hispanic history in the Coast Guard A woman perfoms flamenco dancing for Hispanic Heritage Month at CAMSLANT Dancers perform the traditional hispanic flamenco dance

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CHESAPEAKE, Va. - The command of Communications Area Master Station Atlantic in Chesapeake hosted a Hispanic Heritage Celebration Thursday to recognize the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the United States and to celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture.

The event featured guest speaker Rear Adm. Arthur E. Brooks, deputy commander of the Coast Guard's Atlantic Area, flamenco dancers and traditional Hispanic food.

U.S. Coast Guard photos and video/Petty Officer 2nd Class Andrew Kendrick.

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