ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 10, 2024) U.S. Marine Corps Brigadier General Ahmed Williamson, Commandant of Midshipmen Capt. Walter Allman, Plebe Summer officer in charge Capt. Ladonna Simpson and Mr. Michael Sears, U.S. Naval Academy class of 1978, review the fourth formal parade of the class of 2028 during Plebe Summer, a demanding indoctrination period intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life. Parades are a visual presentation of the military discipline, professionalism and teamwork ne
As part of our Another Link in the Chain, Michael Sears (36th Co.) represented the class of 1978 and served as the reviewing officer at the Class of 2028 Plebe Summer Parade.
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 10, 2024) Midshipmen 4th Class, or plebes, from the United States Naval Academy class of 2028 participate in the fourth formal parade during Plebe Summer, a demanding indoctrination period intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life. Parades are a visual presentation of the military discipline, professionalism and teamwork necessary to succeed as a member of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, and have been a part of Naval Academy training since its establishment inANNAPOLIS, Md. (Aug. 10, 2024) Midshipmen 4th Class, or plebes, from the United States Naval Academy class of 2028 participate in the fourth formal parade during Plebe Summer, a demanding indoctrination period intended to transition the candidates from civilian to military life. Parades are a visual presentation of the military discipline, professionalism and teamwork necessary to succeed as a member of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, and have been a part of Naval Academy training since its establishment in