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Celebration of the Vietnam Era POWs 50th “Year of Freedom”

Classmates, Rudy Costanzo (16th CO) asked me to share with you news about the celebration of the Vietnam era POWs 50th “year of freedom” from the prisons of Vietnam. Rudy learned about …

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Posted byMatthew EliasNovember 16, 2022

Herndon Climb Page Added to the Website

Joe Stanik (23rd Co.) converted an 8 mm video of our class’ May 30, 1975 assault and conquering of Herndon Monument to a digital format and can be viewed here. Having …

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Posted byMatthew EliasNovember 9, 2022November 9, 2022

From the Class President – Nearing Last Call for Alumni Center Plankowners

Classmates, “Thanks” to all of you that have donated to our Class Project supporting the building of the new Alumni Association and Foundation Center. So far, we have raised $679,000 …

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Posted byMatthew EliasNovember 7, 2022

Army-Navy 2022 Spirit Tailgate and Bus Trip Registration is Now Live!

Alumni Registration for Army-Navy Spirit Tailgate and Bus Trip Now OpenIt’s the best time of the year! Sign up to cheer on Navy with the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association …

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Posted byMatthew EliasNovember 3, 2022November 3, 2022

From the Class President – Class News Fall of ’22

Classmates, We have lots of Class News to share with you. First, this weekend was one year away from our 45th Reunion scheduled for October 19-22, 2023, in Annapolis. John Cooke has led a …

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Posted byMatthew EliasOctober 23, 2022

Forbes Magazine: America’s Military Service Academies: An Outstanding Option For Undergraduate Education

Michael T. Nietzel Senior Contributor I am a former university president who writes about higher education. Aug 30, 2022,06:15am EDT3 The five U.S. military academies operate quite differently from other …

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Posted byMatthew EliasSeptember 8, 2022

45th Reunion Golf Tournament Details Announced

Reunion golf tournament coordinator Joe Martin (10th Co.) announced that our 45th Reunion Golf Tournament will begin with a 9:00 am shotgun start Thursday, 19 October, at the The Preserve …

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Posted byMatthew EliasSeptember 7, 2022September 7, 2022

3 NAVAL ACADEMY NAME CHANGES RECOMMENDED DUE TO CONFEDERATE TIES

September 6, 2022 A federal report just released reveals recommendations to rename two buildings and one street at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis that are named for individuals with …

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Posted byMatthew EliasSeptember 6, 2022September 9, 2022

2022 U.S. Naval Academy Distinguished Graduates

The U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, in close partnership with the Naval Academy, recognized the 2022 Distinguished Graduates who have demonstrated a lifetime commitment to service, personal character …

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Posted byMatthew EliasSeptember 2, 2022

The Navy “Lucky Bag”: The Largest Yearbook in the World

What’s approximately 13 pounds, black and white (and every color) all over and full of Naval Academy treasures? Why the “Lucky Bag” of course, the U.S. Naval Academy’s long standing …

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Posted byMatthew EliasAugust 25, 2022September 9, 2022

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