The Capital Gazette is our local newspaper and is often the first to tell our story. We are grieving with their staff and loved ones after the tragic events that occurred today.
@capgaznews
The Naval Academy is mourning the loss of one of our most distinguished graduates, Sen. John McCain (USNA ‘58). His life of service to our country is a legacy that will continue to be revered.
#USNavy
#usna
#Military
#midshipmen
A VERY touching day in Normandy, France today as veterans return to the beaches 80 years after D-Day. We are proud to say that the Naval Academy Glee Club is there with them
#dday
#80thanniversary
#neverforget
#wwii
Today was the first of five smaller, socially distanced swearing-in events for the
#Classof2020
in T-Court. Congratulations, Class of 2020!
More photos of this event will be available after May 22, in albums organzied by date of event.
The Commandant of Midshipmen announced the spring semester MIDN leadership positions, Friday, Nov. 8, which includes the selection of
#USNA
's first African American female brigade commander, MIDN 1/C Sydney Barber, of Lake Forest, Ill.
Sad news this week for Navy fans-- Retired Navy mascot Bill 33 has moved on to greener pastures. He is survived by Bill 34 (also retired) and current mascots Bill 36 and Bill 37, all Angora goats.
#Bill33
was easily recognized, as he was the only Navy goat with blue eyes.
Congratulations to USNA Class of 2017 grad, Lt.j.g. Madeline Swegle, who will become the first known African American female Navy jet pilot when she receives her Wings of Gold in Kingsville, Texas later this month!
#USNavy
,
#USNA
#midshipmen
#soundoffreedom
#usna2017
#aviation
The Naval Academy family is devastated to learn one of the three victims in the Naval Air Station Pensacola shooting was one of our own, Ensign Joshua Kaleb Watson, Class of 2019.
"May freedom be seen, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right." - Peter Marshall
Today, we celebrate the formal adoption of the Declaration of Independence and thank those who continue to fight for our freedom. Happy Independence Day!
The similarities of the Nike/UNDEFEATED logo released this week and the USNA Crest are undeniable and we believe their logo is clearly an infringement under trademark law. USNA is working with Navy leadership to order Nike/UNDEFEATED to cease and desist their use of the logo.
#NeverForget
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Midshipmen are honoring those lives taken 19 years ago on
#September11
by placing nearly 3,000 American Flags yesterday evening along Stribling Walk.
📷:1/C Anna Walker and 4/C Joe Reimann
The Naval Academy appreciates Nike’s announcement to no longer use the UNDEFEATED logo resembling our Naval Academy crest. We are pleased by this decision which is respectful of the Academy, our students and alumni.
#usna
#USNavy
#nike
#midshipmen
#gonavymids
MIDN 3/C Duke Carrillo was remembered by his shipmates at last night's special performance of TAPS in T-court. TAPS was performed by MIDN 3/C Joey Gibbs.
Today, the Brigade of Midshipmen Flag was lowered to half-mast in honor of 3/C Carrillo.
At 8:46am today, the first midshipman running group set out with the American Flag.
The flag will remain in constant motion around the perimeter of the Yard for 24 hours, concluding in T-Court with a ceremony honoring those who lost their lives on
#September11
#WeRemember911
The
@BlueAngels
are wheels up from Pensacola and are on their way to Annapolis for a surprise flyover in honor of the Naval Academy’s
#Classof2020
. Keep your eyes peeled as the Blue Angels will be overhead at 10:45!
#USNA2020
The Naval Academy remains closed to visitors.
Every year on September 10th, The Midshipman Action Group leads the Brigade in placing nearly 3,000 American Flags 🇺🇸 along Stribling Walk.
Each flag represents a life lost on
#September11th
, 2001.
The flags will remain along Stribling Walk through the day tomorrow.
USNA IDENTIFIES DECEASED MIDSHIPMAN
“We are incredibly saddened by the tragic loss of Midshipman Luke Bird this weekend,” -VADM Sean Buck
“He greatly exemplified the hard working midshipman who helps anyone at the drop of a hat,” -1/C Travis Delgado
On 12/5 at 11:59 a.m., midshipmen conducted an air-to-ground spirit mission over
@WestPoint_USMA
, ahead of the 123rd
@ArmyNavyGame
12 delivery passes dropped
#BeatArmy
#FlyNavy
leaflets & ping pong balls. Army cadets could be seen breaking formation and running for cover.
USNA was deeply saddened to learn of the accident at USMA yesterday that took the life of one cadet and injured others. This accident is a solemn reminder that there is inherent risk in all we do in our Nation's military. Our thoughts are with USMA during this very difficult time
Dressed to impress!
Yesterday was the first day of classes for the 2019-2020 school year. Of course, the
#Brigade
put on their best back to school outfits.
#ootd
#outfitoftheday
#SnowDay
tomorrow! The
#NavalAcademy
will be closed tomorrow, Monday, Jan.14, due to inclement weather. Only essential personnel are to report for duty. Stay safe and off the roads to the extent possible! (Photo taken by MIDN 1/C Jeffrey Kramer)
#USNavy
#snow
#USNA
#midshipmen
Congratulations to the
#Classof2026
for signing 2 for 7!
The 2 for 7 signing marks a pivotal moment in every midshipman’s career when they formally commit to completing their final two years at the Academy and dedicate at least five years of service to the Navy or Marine Corps.
Officially Plebes No More! The Herndon Climb is over and the monument was capped by MIDN 4th class (freshman) Peter Rossi (30th Company) of Phoenix, Ariz., in 2 hours 9 minutes and 35 seconds
Today was the first Plebe Summer Physical Education Program (PEP).
PEP is a comprehensive physical training program that provides the plebes with the tools to begin their four years of enhanced physical fitness.
USNA's first African American woman selected to become brigade commander, 1/C Sydney Barber, met this week with Juliane Gallina,
#USNA
's first female brigade commander & '92 grad, and Reuben E Brigety II, USNA's fifth African American brigade commander & '95 grad.
We mark the beginning of this day with the 9/11 Memorial Stair Run.
The Brigade runs 110 flights in Bancroft Hall - one for every floor of the World Trade Center.
#WeRemember911
It is
#InductionDay
for the
#Classof2023
and over a thousand new
#plebes
(freshmen) are saying goodbye to civilian life and beginning the indoctrination process into military service at
#USNA
. They will take the Oath of Office during a ceremony at 6pm tonight in T-Court.
#USNavy
#ICYMI
... Our very own Brigade Commander Sydney Barber got a shoutout on last night's episode of
@NCISLA
!
Thanks to
@llcoolj
for pointing out all the opportunities available to
#USNA
midshipmen in
#Annapolis
⚓️
94 graduates from
#USNA
ranging from classes of 1990-2018, pose for a photo aboard
@TheCVN69
while the ship transits the Arabian Sea July 04, 2020. The grads are deployed as part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, led by Rear Adm. Brendan McLane (‘90)
#GoNavyBeatArmy
@USNavy
#BREAKING
:
@SECNAV
announced today that the academic building formerly named Maury Hall has been renamed Carter Hall for former President Jimmy Carter.
Carter is a '47
#USNA
grad, served as 39th President of the U.S., and is a Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
RADM Yvette Davids has been nominated for appointment to the rank of vice admiral and assigned as the next
#USNA
Superintendent
Pending confirmation by the US Senate, Davids (USNA ‘89) would be the first woman to assume the role of USNA Superintendent
The U.S. Naval Academy welcomes the midshipmen candidates of the class of 2028 during Induction Day 2024.
I-Day marks the beginning of a demanding six-week indoctrination period called Plebe Summer that is intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life.
This, the 81st anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, is a reminder that the
@USNavy
descends from a legacy of honor, courage and commitment - it’s our shared heritage that binds us to our duty.
#PearlHarborRemembranceDay
The U.S. Naval Academy family is deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. H. Ross Perot, a graduate from the class of 1953. Perot personified the principles of honor, integrity and leadership to our Nation, and will be greatly missed.
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Congratulations
#USNA2021
on receiving your service assignments!
Curious about how many members of the
#ClassOf2021
will go into each service community? Allow us to explain ⬇️
Happy 97th birthday to Jimmy Carter, the oldest living former President!
Carter is the only President of the United States to have graduated from
#USNA
!⚓️
U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman 3rd Class (sophomore) Duke Carrillo, 21, of Flower Mound, Texas, died while taking the semi-annual physical readiness test, yesterday.
CAPT Thomas R. “TR” Buchanan, (USNA '92) was recently selected to be the 88th Commandant of Midshipmen at USNA! He will come aboard this summer when CAPT Chadwick departs.
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#usna
#midshipmen
#military
#gonavymids
The Naval Academy is deeply saddened to confirm that a midshipman died last night after being found unresponsive in Bancroft Hall. The cause of death is being investigated; foul play is not suspected.