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The United States Naval Academy

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  • George Bancroft opens the Naval Academy

    George Bancroft opens the Naval Academy
    George Bancroft saw the need for a school for the Navy so during his time as Secretary of the Navy he worked and then finally opend The United States Naval Academy on October 10, 1845.

  • The United States Naval Academy was relocated during the Civil War

    The United States Naval Academy was relocated during the Civil War
    For the duration of the Civil War, The United States Naval Academy was relocated to Newport, RI. (1861-1865)

  • Joe Bellino wins the Heisman Trophy

    Joe Bellino wins the Heisman Trophy
    Joe Bellino stood out in his Navy football career leading his team to the Orange Bowl and winning the Heisman Trophy his senior season.

  • Roger Staubach wins the Heisman Trophy

    Roger Staubach wins the Heisman Trophy
    Roger Staubach wins the Heisman Trophy. Just one of many acomplishments throughout Staubach's great football career.

  • David Robinson stands out in basketball at The Naval Academy

    David Robinson stands out in basketball at The Naval Academy
    David Robinson won the Naismith and Wooden Awards in his senior season at The United States Naval Academy, capping off a terrific carrer. That led him to succed with the San Antonio Spurs and later to the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame.