It is free to submit to and publish within the journal. All submissions should be made electronically through this website. Once submitted, the author can track the submission and communicate with the editors via the online journal management system. 

Please ensure that you have reviewed and followed all of the guidelines in the JVS New Submission Checklist when preparing your manuscript. Failure to do so may result in rejection and/or delay.

Authors who have submitted and published with the JVS must wait for a minimum of 6 months for future submissions. 

Article Types

The Journal of Veterans Studies welcomes multiple submission types: articles, interviews, program profiles, book reviews, narratives (see voices), infographics, roundtables, and announcements. We also welcome proposals for special issues. 

1. Original Research Articles relevant to veterans studies, including those that address teaching veterans studies (broadly conceived) and theorizing veterans studies (broadly conceived). All perspectives and topics of general interest to the profession are welcome. 

• 8,000–10,000 words and/or 20 double-spaced pages.
• APA 7th edition style.

2. Program/Project Profiles of veteran-centered nonprofit organizations, veterans-only college courses, veterans studies major/minors, peer-to-peer mentoring initiatives, or veteran-centered community engagement projects, are just a few suggestions of possible programs authors can profile. These profiles are intended to inform, inspire, and promote best practices across fields related to veteran studies and veteran support without conducting systematic research with the intent to produce generalizable knowledge.

Profiles MUST address one of the following questions:

• “If I knew then what I know now, I would have done X differently.”
• "What I’ve learned from my directorship of or participation in this program is X.” 

Submissions should clearly describe the goals, structure, and implementation of the program or project. Authors are encouraged to reflect on lessons learned, challenges encountered, and outcomes achieved. Authors will need IRB approval if:

• You collected interviews, focus group data, or surveys from participants specifically for publication.
• The data includes direct quotes, identifiable details, or potentially sensitive information (e.g., mental health, trauma).
• You analyze the data to produce themes or findings beyond your immediate setting.
• The intent is to contribute to generalizable knowledge. For further information, click here.

Though shorter or longer profiles will be considered, a suggested length of 5,000-7,000 words is preferable.

Profiles must be formatted in accordance with APA 7th edition style and include: 

• Title page
• Abstract and keywords
• Project background (history)
• Authors(s) and Role (anonymized for review)
• Rationale informing the project
• Project structure and/or procedures
• Project results or outcomes (impact on veterans)
• Lessons Learned (personal perspective) and offers best practices without generating generalizable research data
• Human subjects protection statement provided
• Implications for clinical practice, public policy, or future research

3. Interviews: The Journal of Veterans Studies invites and encourages interviews with individuals affiliated with the interdisciplinary field of veterans studies. Interviews should inform and entertain readers of the journal interested in the intersection of veteran topics both nationally and internationally. Interviews can include media and should not exceed 5,000 words. Please send interview queries and manuscripts to the Interview Editor Sarah Carter. 

4. Book Reviews: The Journal of Veterans Studies publishes reviews of art installations, films, books, websites, and other multimedia that may be of interest to teachers, scholars, and advocates of veterans studies. Reviews of single sources should be about 1,500 words and review essays should be 2,500-3,000 words. Please send book review queries to Anthony Albright. 

Book Reviews must be formatted in accordance with APA 7th edition style and include:

• Title Page 
• Abstract (150 words) and 3-5 Keywords
• Header: Book Title, Page Count, Publisher, Publication Year, Format (ebook, Print; ISSN/ISBN)
• Introduction: Brief context, title, author, thesis of the book.
• Summary: Concise overview of content (plot, arguments, themes, credibility).
• Analysis/Critique: Strengths, weaknesses, style, tone, evidence, contribution to the field.
• Personal response: How the book affected you or your perspective and connections to personal experiences, other readings, or societal issues.
• Conclusion: Overall assessment and recommendation.
• References

5. Voices: We welcome essays from members of the veterans and military community, including military spouses, family members, veterans, active duty and reservists, etc., to explore issues of relevance through an informed argument. Submissions will be vetted by members of the JVS editorial board; they will be edited for formatting and stylistic consistency. Suggested length is between 1,000 and 2,000 words. Submissions should contain the following:

• An indication of the author’s credentials to offer expertise or knowledge on the subject in question (professional or relevant life experience, training, academic preparation, etc.);
• A well-organized and thorough but concise explanation, description, argument, or idea in subject matter with a clear relevance to veterans studies or other organizations or entities (e.g., the VA, nonprofit organizations, Congress, K12 teachers);
• An authorial voice that maintains appropriate professionalism in tone even when dealing with issues about which the author may be sensitive or passionate;
• Adequately researched and referenced support when referring to programs, initiatives, orders, organizations, groups, laws, medical or mental health conditions or diagnoses, etc.; and
• APA 7 style citations and references (if included).  

6. Roundtables: The Journal of Veterans Studies solicits written roundtable (discussion) submissions. As a unique genre that differ from traditional articles, roundtables focus on dialogue from multiple viewpoints to provide a space for in-depth explorations on pressing issues related to veterans’ studies facilitated by scholars, practitioners, and other experts in the field.

Eligibility Submission Process:

• A proposal outlining the roundtable topic, names of the moderator (1) and potential participants (3–5), and main questions to be addressed should be submitted to the editorial team for preliminary approval (800 words max) to [email protected]. The subject line should read “Roundtable Proposal for [topic].”
• Once approved (allow up to 14 days), the moderator will prepare and upload the submission as original research through the journal portal for editorial review.

Purpose and Scope:

• Roundtable discussions aim to explore complex and diverse perspectives of a specific topic related to veterans’ studies that encourage collaborative problem-solving, mutual learning, decision-making, and implications for future research.
• Topics should be timely, relevant, and contribute to ongoing discussions of concern to the field. 

 Composition:

• Participants: Average of 3-5 contributors (not including the moderator)
• Moderator Role: A single moderator facilitates the discussion and ensures a cohesive flow of the conversation and manages the submission. They may also be a contributor in addition to the 3-5 participants.
  • The moderator will ensure there are a diversity of perspectives that align with the journal's goals to provide a multifaceted exploration of the topic.
  • The moderator is responsible for ensuring that all participants invited to the roundtable are recognized subject matter experts with relevant expertise and experience that align with the discussion's focus.

Moderators should consider participants including, but not limited to:

• Scholars actively publishing in veterans’ studies and related fields
• Practitioners working directly with veteran populations
• Veteran studies scholars bringing both lived experience and academic expertise
• Early career researchers making innovative contributions to the field
• Program directors and curriculum developers in veterans’ studies

Format: Must follow APA 7th Edition Style

• Provide a concise title (No more than 15 words).
• Title page must include all participants' primary affiliation, ORCID IDs, and email.
• Abstract (250-word max)
• Provide 3-5 keywords
• Introduction/Opening Remarks: A section introducing the topic including its context/background and significance. Additionally, this section should introduce the participants (short bio to highlight their expertise) and the objective of the roundtable including but not limited to specific questions or themes.
  • We recommend 3–5 open-ended, thought-provoking questions. This will allow for 5–10 minutes per question for a 60-90 minute discussion.
• Discussion: Presented in a conversational format, capturing the exchange among participant contributions and discussion themes. 
  • We recommend that all conversations be recorded via the moderator’s platform of choice that align with their capabilities. This is to ensure that participants' responses can be recorded and reported accurately and allow for follow-up questions.
  • After the initial roundtable the moderator will send a copy of the transcript to all participants. At this time the moderator will ask if the participants would like to add to or amend their stance on their topic of discussion. The original text should not be changed, but a follow up section should be created.
  • Include any tables or figures as separate documents.
• Conclusion: A synthesis/summary of individual voices into main ideas, an offering of additional questions generated by panelists, areas for additional inquiry, and implications for future research.

Length: The document's entirety should range between 3,000 to 10,000 words. For exceptions, please contact the editorial team. This does not include tables, figures, references, statements, or IRB approval (if applicable).

• Statements: All submissions require an ethics statement, conflict of interest, funding statement, and data available upon request statement.
• IRB Approval: Roundtables typically do not require Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval, as they generally involve discussions and sharing of ideas, not research involving human subjects. If there’s any uncertainty, please make a note in your proposal.

Style and Presentation:

• Completed roundtables must be submitted in a Word document. The journal will not accept multimedia audio/visual, hybrid format, or PDFs.
• Ensure clarity in distinguishing between different speakers, using clear headings or speaker tags.
• For the question as a heading followed by each panelist’s response (starting with their last names), see Marten et al., 2021.
• For panelist name as heading followed by a response to all questions, see Schell et al., 2023.
• Maintain an engaging and accessible narrative style while focusing on scholarly depth.
• Avoid jargon for wider accessibility
• Adhere to APA (American Psychological Association) 7th edition style for citations and references.
• References can be included by panelists. Alternatively, panelists can offer first-person narratives without reference dropping.

 Review Process:

• Roundtable submissions will not undergo blind peer review but will instead be reviewed by the editorial team to ensure relevance, clarity, and alignment with the journal's scope.
• Feedback will be provided with requests for any necessary revisions.
• Please note that acceptance of a proposal for the roundtable does not guarantee publication in the journal. All submissions must meet the journal's standards for quality, relevance, and scholarly rigor, and final decisions regarding publication rest with the editorial team.

Roundtable discussions in the Journal of Veterans Studies provide a rich format for exploring complex issues through dialogue, and we welcome your innovative and collaborative proposals. For precise submission instructions, please consult the journal's guidelines and style guide.  Failure to meet the submission guidelines will result in rejection or delay.

7. Media History and Cultural Analysis Essays: We welcome scholarly essays that use interdisciplinary approaches including media studies, communication, history, cultural studies, film and art studies, and related fields to examine how media has shaped and reflected the experiences of veterans. Submissions may explore the historical development, cultural significance, and societal impact of media representations and narratives related to veterans and their lived experience.

Submissions should engage critically with media artifacts, production, reception, and the broader cultural and historical contexts that shape them, particularly in relation to veterans' narratives and identities. Submissions will be vetted by members of the JVS editorial board; they will be edited for formatting and stylistic consistency. Suggested length is between 3,000 and 5,000 words. Topics of interest are:

• Archival research and historiographical approaches to media and veteran studies.

• The impact of digital media on veteran identity, advocacy, and community-building.

• Global perspectives on media representations of veterans and transnational influences.

• Media, memory, and historical narratives of military conflicts and veteran experiences.

Submissions should contain the following:

• An indication of the author’s credentials to offer expertise or knowledge on the subject in question (professional or relevant life experience, training, academic preparation, etc.);
• A well-organized and thorough but concise explanation, description, argument, or idea in subject matter with a clear relevance to veterans studies;
• APA 7th ediiton style citations and references.  

Structure

Abstract

Research articles must have the main text prefaced by an abstract of no more than 250 words summarizing the main arguments and conclusions of the article. This must have the heading "Abstract" and be easily identified from the start of the main text.

A list of up to six keywords must be placed below the abstract. 

The abstract and keywords should also be added to the metadata when making the initial online submission.

Main Text
The body of the submission should be structured in a logical and easy to follow manner. A clear introduction section should be given that allows non-specialists in the subject an understanding of the publication and a background of the issue(s) involved. Methods, results, discussion and conclusion sections may then follow to clearly detail the information and research presented.

Up to three level headings may be present and must be clearly identifiable using different font sizes, bold, or italics.

Notes (Optional) 

Endnotes not footnotes can be used sparingly. 

Supplementary Files (optional)
Any supplementary/additional files that should link to the main publication must be listed, with a corresponding number, title, and description. Ideally, the supplementary files are also cited in the main text.

e.g., Supplementary file 1: Appendix. Scientific data related to the experiments.

Ethics and consent statement (required*)
Research involving human subjects, human material, or human data, must have been performed in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki. Where applicable, studies must have been approved by an appropriate ethics committee and the authors should include a statement within the article text detailing this approval, including the name of the ethics committee and reference number of the approval. The identity of the research subject(s) should be anonymized whenever possible. For research involving human subjects, informed consent to participate in the study must be obtained from participants (or their legal guardian). Experiments using animals must follow national standards of care. For further information, click here.

*All submissions must include an ethical statement addressing that the research has been approved by an appropriate ethics committee, with the name of the committee and reference number of study approval included within the submitted file. Otherwise, please, add a statement that explains ethics approval was not required.

Acknowledgments (optional)
Any acknowledgments must be headed and in a separate paragraph, placed after the main text but before the reference list.

Funding Information (optional)
Should the research have received a funding grant then the grant provider and grant number should be detailed. 

Competing interests (required) 
If any of the authors have any competing interests then these must be declared. A short paragraph should be placed before the references. Guidelines for competing interests can be found here. If there are no competing interests to declare then the following statement should be present: The author(s) has/have no competing interests to declare.

References
All references cited in the submission must be listed at the end of the main text file. Authors must use APA 7 edition.

Before submitting, please review and follow the "submission preparation checklist" (see "quick links" on the right side navigation). 

Language & Text

Capitalization
For the submission title:

Capitalize all nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, and subordinate conjunctions (i.e. as, because, although). Use lowercase for all articles, coordinate conjunctions, and prepositions.

• Slip-Sliding on a Yellow Brick Road: Stabilization Efforts in Afghanistan

Headings

Headings should be 75 characters or less and formatted according to the following conventions:

Level 1:

Title Case, Boldface, and Centered

Example: The Title of the Paper

Level 2:

Title Case, Boldface, and Left Aligned

Example: First Sub-Heading

Level 3:

Title Case, Boldface Italicized, and Left Aligned

Example: Second Sub-Heading

Spelling

Submissions must be made in English. Authors are welcome to use American or British spellings as long as they are used consistently throughout the whole of the submission.

• Colour (UK) vs. Color (US)

When referring to proper nouns and normal institutional titles, the official, original spelling must be used.

• World Health Organization, not World Health Organisation

General Grammar Conventions
American or English grammar rules may be used as long as they are used consistently and match the spelling format (see above).

Punctuation

You must use a serial comma.

• red, white, and blue.

Tenses

According to APA 7, authors must use specific tenses throughout their papers.  In the “literature review” section, authors should use past or present perfect tense.

• Mack (1999) argued…
• Scholars have argued…

In the “method” section, authors should use past or present perfect tense.

• Psychologists tested…
• Psychologists have used similar tests…

In the “results” section, authors should use past tense.

• Test scores ranged…

If an author is describing his or her own reaction to any part of the study, then he or she can use past, present perfect, or present.

• I believed…
• I have believed…
• I believe…

If an author is discussing the implications of his or her results, the he or she should use present tense.

• The findings demonstrate…

If an author is discussing conclusions, future directions, or limitations, then he or she should use present tense.

• I surmise…
• Future studies should investigate…
• The limitations of this study are…

Font
The font used should be commonly available and in 12 point. 

Underlined text should be avoided whenever possible.

Bold or italicized text to emphasize a point is permitted, although should be restricted to minimal occurrences to maximize their efficiency.

Lists
Use bullet points to denote a list without hierarchy or order of value. If the list indicates a specific sequence, then a numbered list must be used.

Lists should be used sparingly to maximize their impact.

Quotation Marks

Quotations that are longer than three lines in length must be in an indented paragraph separate from the main text.

Standard, non-italicised font must be used for all quotes.

It must be clear from the text and / or citation where the quote is sourced. If quoting from material that is under copyright then permission will need to be obtained from the copyright holder.

Acronyms & Abbreviations
With abbreviations, the crucial goal is to ensure that the reader – particularly one who may not be fully familiar with the topic or context being addressed – is able to follow along. Spell out almost all acronyms on first use, indicating the acronym in parentheses immediately thereafter. Use the acronym for all subsequent references.

• Research completed by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows …

A number of abbreviations are so common that they do not require the full text on the first instance. Examples of these can be found here.

Abbreviations should usually be in capital letters without full stops.

• USA, not U.S.A.

Common examples from Latin origin do not follow this rule and should be lower case and can include full stops.

• e.g., i.e., etc.

Notes*

*As in endnotes. 

Endnotes are the only acceptable form of notes for JVS publications. 

Notes should be used only where crucial clarifying information needs to be conveyed.

Avoid using notes for purposes of referencing; use in-text citations instead. If in-text citations cannot be used, a source can be cited as part of a note.

Data & Symbols

Symbols
Symbols are permitted within the main text and datasets as long as they are commonly in use or have an explanatory definition on their first usage.

Hyphenation, Em and En Dashes
There is no set rule on the use of hyphenation between words, as long as they are consistently used.

Em dashes should be used sparingly. If they are present, they should denote emphasis, change of thought or interruption to the main sentence and can replace commas, parentheses, colons or semicolons. Learn how to make an em dash. 

• The president’s niece—daughter of his younger brother—caused a media scandal when…

En dashes can be used to replace ‘to’ when indicating a range. No space should surround the dash.

• 10-25 years
• pp. 10-65

Numbers
For numbers zero to nine please spell the whole words. Please use figures for numbers 10 or higher.

We are happy for authors to use either words or figures to represent large whole figures (i.e. one million or 1,000,000) as long as the usage is consistent throughout the text.

If the sentence includes a series of numbers, then figures must be used in each instance.

• Artifacts were found at depths of 5, 9, and 29 cm.

If the number appears as part of a dataset, in conjunction with a symbol or as part of a table, then the figure must be used.

• This study confirmed that 5% of…

If a sentence starts with a number, it must either be spelled or the sentence should be re-written so that it no longer starts with the number.

• Fifteen examples were found to exist…
• The result showed that 15 examples existed…

Do not use a comma for a decimal place.

Figures & Tables

For additional assistance with the guidelines below, please use the Purdue OWL reference guide.

Figures
Figures, including graphs and diagrams, must be professionally and clearly presented. If a figure is not easy to understand or does not appear to be of a suitable quality, the editor may ask to re-render or omit it.

All figures must be numbered and cited within the main text, in consecutive order using Arabic numerals (e.g. Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.). The numbered headings should be in boldface and left aligned.

Each figure must have an accompanying descriptive main title that is double-spaced beneath the numbered heading. The title should be in title case and italicized. Additionally, it should clearly and concisely summarise the content and/or use of the figure image. A short additional figure legend is optional to offer a further description. If included, the figure legend should be placed either within the figure or directly beneath the figure (not to the side).

Figure titles and legends should be placed within the text document, after the paragraph of their first citation.

The source of the figure should be included, along with any relevant copyright information and a statement of authorization (if needed). Any additional information pertinent to the figure should be added directly beneath the figure using a “note” heading that is title case, italicized, and followed by a period. The “note’s” information then follows as a complete sentence.

If your figure file includes text, then please present the font as Ariel, Helvetica, or Verdana. This will mean that it matches the typeset text.

NOTE: All figures must be uploaded separately as supplementary files during the submission process, if possible in color and at a resolution of at least 300dpi. Each file should not be more than 20MB. Standard formats accepted are JPG, TIFF, GIF, PNG, EPS. For line drawings, please provide the original vector file (e.g. .ai, or .eps).

Per APA 7, tables should only be included if the data presented in them requires three or more columns and rows. Data that does not meet this criterion should be embedded within the manuscript. Any tables included in the manuscript will be placed as close to their first citation as possible.  

Tables must be created using a word processor's table function, not tabbed text.

All tables must be numbered and cited within the main text, in consecutive order using Arabic numerals (e.g. Table 1, Table 2, etc.). The numbered headings should be in boldface and left aligned.

Each table must have an accompanying descriptive main title that is double-spaced beneath the numbered heading. The title should be in title case and italicized. Additionally, it should clearly and concisely summarise the content presented in the table.

A short additional table legend is optional to offer a further description of the table. The legend should be placed underneath the table.

All columns must have headings. Headings within the table should not be wider than the widest entry in the column below it.

Only horizontal borders should be used. Spacing and consistent alignment across the table circumvents the need for vertical borders.

Aside from the subsequent guidelines, tables should also not include:

• Rotated text
• Colour to denote meaning (it will not display the same on all devices)
• Images
• Multiple parts (e.g. ‘Table 1a’ and ‘Table 1b’). These should either be merged into one table or separated into ‘Table 1’ and ‘Table 2’.

NOTE: If there are more columns than can fit on a single page, then the table will be placed horizontally on the page. If it still can't fit horizontally on a page, the table will be broken into two.

References

In-Text Citations
Every use of information from other sources must be cited in the text so that it is clear that external material has been used.

If the author is already mentioned in the main text, then the year should follow the name within parenthesis.

• Both Jones (2013) and Brown (2010) showed that …

If the author name is not mentioned in the main text, then the surname and year should be inserted, in parenthesis, after the relevant text. Multiple citations should be separated by a semi-colon and follow alphabetical order.

• The statistics clearly show this to be untrue (Brown, 2010; Jones, 2013).

If two authors are cited from the same citation, then they should both be listed. If three or more authors are part of the citation then ‘et al.’ should follow the first author name.

• (Jones & Smith, 2008)
• (Jones et al., 2008)

If citations are used from the same author and the same year, then a lowercase letter, starting from ‘a’, should be placed after the year.

• (Jones, 2013a; Jones, 2013b)

Specific pages must be cited when the author is directly quoting another source or paraphrasing another source. If specific pages are being cited, then the page number should follow the year after a comma.

• (Brown, 2004, p. 65; Jones, 2013, p. 143)

For publications authored and published by organizations, spell out the full name of the organization in the signal phrase when it is first used. Following this initial mention, use the acronym for consequent references and in-text citations. use the short form of the organization’s name or its acronym in lieu of the full name.

• First mention: According to the International Committee of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (2000), the studies show…
• Consequent in-text citations: (ICRC, 2000) 

Please do not include URLs in parenthetical citations, but rather cite the author or page title and include all details, including the URL, in the reference list.

Reference List

Please do not use auto-citing programs to compose the reference list as they do not always cite article title and book chapter titles correctly.

All citations must be listed at the end of the text file in alphabetical order of authors’ surnames.

All reading materials should be included in "References." Works that have not been cited within the main text, but which the author wishes to share with the reader, must be cited as additional information in endnotes explaining the relevance of the work. This will ensure that all works within the reference list are cited within the text.

According to APA 7, DOIs should be included for all reference entries, where possible.

See below for examples of how to format references using APA 7 guidelines:

• Books:

Author, A. A. (year). Title of work. Publisher. https://doi.org/xx.xxxxxxxx
Leaver, B. L., Ehrman, M., & Shekhtman, B. (2005). Achieving success in second language acquisition. Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511610431

• Chapter within books:

Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (year). Title of chapter or entry. In A. Editor, B. Editor, & C. Editor (Eds.), Title of book (pp. xxx-xxx). Publisher. https://doi.org/xx.xxxxxxxx
Jacobs, G. M., & Hall, S. (2002). Implementing cooperative learning. In J. C. Richards & W. A. Renandya (Eds.), Methodology in language teaching: An anthology of current practice (pp. 52-58). https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511667190.009

• Journal articles:

Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (year). Article title. Journal Title, volume number (issue number), page numbers. https://doi.org/xx.xxxxxxxx
Radford, M. (2001). Aesthetic and religious awareness among pupils: Similarities and differences. British Journal of Music Education, 18(2), 151-159. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0265051701000249

• Newspaper articles (online):

Author, A. (year, date). Article title. Newspaper. URL
McMahon, S. (2010, July 19). Fund new Victorian era. Herald Sun. https://www.heraldsun.com.au/

• Newspaper articles (print):

Author, A. (year, date). Article title. Newspaper. pp. page number
Parker, K. (2008, December 3). Plea for languages. Koori Mail, pp. 19-20

• Conference papers:

Author, A. (year, month). Title. Paper presented at Conference title, Location, Country.
Liu, C., Wu, D., Fan, J., & Nauta, M. M. (2008, November). Does job complexity predict job strains? Paper presented at the 8th Biannual Conference of the European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology, Valencia, Spain.

• Organisational publications/Grey literature:

Organisation. (year). Title. Series/publication number. Source/URL
World Bank. (2008). Textbooks and school library provision in secondary education in Sub-Saharan Africa (World Bank Working Paper No. 126. Africa Human Development Series). EBL database.

• Theses and dissertations:

Author, A. A. (year). Thesis title (Doctoral dissertation, Institution, location). https://doi.org/xx.xxxxxxxx
Murray, B. P. (2008). Prior knowledge, two teaching approaches for metacognition: Main idea and summarization strategies in reading (Doctoral dissertation, Fordham University, New York)

• Webpages / PDFs:

Author, A. A. (year, month date). Title of work. Source/URL
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2011, March 23). Australia's health 2004. https://www.aihw.gov.au/publications/index.cfm/title/10014

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