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United States Naval Academy
The United States Naval Academy was founded in 1845 by the Secretary of the Navy, George Bancroft,
in what is now historic Annapolis, Maryland. He was looking for a suitable location for the new naval school,
in a "healthy and secluded" location in order to rescue midshipmen from "the temptations and distractions
that necessarily connect with a large and populous city."
Midshipmen Insignia of Rank
Shoulder Boards for the coat of Full Dress White uniforms, the blue overcoat, reefer, Dinner Dress jacket, and on the white tropical shirt.
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| Midshipman, 4th Class |
Midshipman, 3rd Class |
Midshipman, 2nd Class (Non Officer) |
Midshipman, 1st Class (Non Officer) |
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Ensign |
Lieutenant (Junior Grade) |
Lieutenant |
Lieutenant Commander |
Commander |
Captain |
Sleeve stripes of the Blue Service Dress coat.
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| Midshipman, 4th Class |
Midshipman, 3rd Class |
Midshipman, 2nd Class (Non Officer) |
Midshipman, 1st Class (Non Officer) |
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| Ensign | Lieutenant (Junior Grade) |
Lieutenant | Lieutenant Commander |
Commander | Captain |
Metal insignia worn on the collar tips of blue and khaki shirts.
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Insignia Left |
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| Midshipman, 4th Class |
Midshipman, 3rd Class |
Midshipman, 2nd Class (Non Officer) |
Midshipman, 2nd Class (Petty Officer) |
Midshipman, 1st Class (Non Officer) |
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 Both Collars |
 Both Collars |
 Both Collars |
 Both Collars |
 Both Collars |
 Both Collars |
| Ensign | Lieutenant (Junior Grade) |
Lieutenant | Lieutenant Commander |
Commander |
Captain |
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