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Music to Put Some Spring in Your Step

By Bill the Goat on Mar 10, 2025 8:29:59 AM

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Spring at the United States Naval Academy features a vibrant lineup of musical performances, including concerts by the Glee Clubs, the Drum and Bugle Corps, and the Gospel Choir. These performances showcase patriotic anthems, choral works, and traditional military music while highlighting the talent and teamwork of midshipmen.

Spring brings fresh air, blooming trees, and renewed energy. At the United States Naval Academy, it also brings an unforgettable season of music. Throughout spring, the Yard fills with harmonies, marching cadences, and symphonic sounds that capture both the spirit of the season and the pride of the Brigade.

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Take a Tour of the Naval Academy Museum: Where History Comes Alive

By Bill the Goat on Dec 10, 2024 8:30:00 AM

The Yard is a place of immense history. In its 179 years as the U.S. Naval Academy, (USNA), this spot in the heart of Annapolis has prepared thousands of men and women to lead our U.S. Naval and Marine Corps forces. Astronauts, Nobel Prize winners, Rhodes Scholars, admirals, public servants, leaders of enterprise, and even one president have spent their time as a midshipman walking the very walkways we traverse today.

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The History of the USNA Robert Crown Sailing Center

By Bill the Goat on Oct 1, 2024 8:30:00 AM

It rises up out of the Santee Basin, more than just a building. The USNA Robert Crown Sailing Center is a tribute to modern architecture, having been praised for its structural and symbolic beauty, as well as the successful Navy sailing programs it fosters. Yet looking at it now, it’s hard to imagine just how far it's come since its humble beginnings.

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