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(crowd murmurs)

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- [Lamont Shavers] US Marines, families,

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and Korean civilians attend Pohang's

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annual fire and light festival.

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The festival honors Korean culture,

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the city of Pohang, and its prosperity.

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- The Marines will be
participating in a parade,

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where they'll be passing out candy

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to the festival attendees.

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We'll also observe a fireworks
display later this evening.

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And exchanges like this,

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cultural exchanges and celebrations,

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they provide a great opportunity

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for us to strengthen our
relationships with the community,

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as well as the local military
and civilian leadership.

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The city of Pohang has
been extremely welcoming.

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I think this opportunity to
participate in this event,

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it'll increase our
understanding and appreciation

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of Korean culture.

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And it'll also provide us an opportunity

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to give back some of the
kindness that we've received.

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At the same time,

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I think it's a good
example of our commitment

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to be a good neighbor
to the city of Pohang.

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- [Lamont Shavers] The
Marine's charitable work

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has had an immense impact
on the people of Pohang.

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- (Speaking in foreign language)

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- [Translator] US Marine's
participation in today's event

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means a lot for the Pohang community.

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Marines have always been active members

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of Pohang City through
different contributions

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like community service and medical aid.

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Being able to enjoy this
festival together once again,

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strengthens the bond between
South Korea and United States.

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(fireworks exploding)

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- [Lamont Shavers] The
Marines demonstrate pride

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by volunteering in the community

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during every available opportunity.

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Reporting from Pohang Korea for AFN Daegu,

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I'm specialist Lamont Shavers.

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(fireworks exploding)