Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. and Navy Ensigns toss their covers into the air at the end of the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. and Navy Ensigns toss their covers into the air at the end of the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The 2023 USNA Graduation Friday May 26, 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis.

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A newly commissioned 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps holds up her diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

A newly commissioned 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps holds up her diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Superintendent Vice Admiral Sean S. Buck addresses members of the class of 2023 during US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Superintendent Vice Admiral Sean S. Buck addresses members of the class of 2023 during US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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A newly commissioned ensign holds up his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

A newly commissioned ensign holds up his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Members of the class of 2023 take the oath to become ensigns in the Navy during the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Friday, May 26.

Members of the class of 2023 take the oath to become ensigns in the Navy during the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Newly commissioned ensign Gerard Berzins (left) of Annapolis talks with a classmate after receiving his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned ensign Gerard Berzins (left) of Annapolis talks with a classmate after receiving his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Newly commissioned ensigns Samantha Chapman of Holden, Wisconsin and Nicole Diorio of Chesapeake, Virginia, hug at the end of the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned ensigns Samantha Chapman of Holden, Wisconsin and Nicole Diorio of Chesapeake, Virginia, hug at the end of the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduate as the class of 2023 receive diplomas during the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduate as the class of 2023 receive diplomas during the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduates as the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduates as the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Newly commissioned ensign Stephen Scholl of Annapolis smiles after receiving his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned ensign Stephen Scholl of Annapolis smiles after receiving his diploma during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduates as the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Enthusiastic family members cheer for their graduates as the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26.

Members of the class of 2023 enter Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium for the US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony Friday, May 26. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates a newly commissioned ensign during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates a newly commissioned ensign during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates a newly commissioned ensign during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates a newly commissioned ensign during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates newly commissioned ensign Stephen Scholl of Annapolis during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III congratulates newly commissioned ensign Stephen Scholl of Annapolis during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony for the United States Naval Academy's Class of 2023 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Newly commissioned Navy ensigns hug after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Navy ensigns hug after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan Lambrecht, from the 9th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan Lambrecht, from the 9th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan Lambrecht, from the 9th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan Lambrecht, from the 9th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt and Navy Ensigns chant Beat Army after the playing of Navy Blue and Gold. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt and Navy Ensigns chant Beat Army after the playing of Navy Blue and Gold. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned James Romo, from Anne Arundel County, and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned James Romo, from Anne Arundel County, and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. and Navy Ensigns toss their covers into the air at the end of the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. and Navy Ensigns toss their covers into the air at the end of the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Dylan Davenport, 10, grabs as many midshipmen covers as he can after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Dylan Davenport, 10, grabs as many midshipmen covers as he can after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, shakes hands with Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, shakes hands with Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Navy Ensign William Wang, from the 5th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Navy Ensign William Wang, from the 5th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Dylan Davenport, 10, grabs as many midshipmen covers as he can after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Dylan Davenport, 10, grabs as many midshipmen covers as he can after the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Family and friends flood the field to see their graduates. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Family and friends flood the field to see their graduates. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned James Romo, from Anne Arundel County, and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned James Romo, from Anne Arundel County, and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, walks up the stage to get his diploma. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, walks up the stage to get his diploma. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned William Rentz, from Anne Arundel County, and the 23rd Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned William Rentz, from Anne Arundel County, and the 23rd Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Navy Ensign Michael Jeschke, from the 11th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Navy Ensign Michael Jeschke, from the 11th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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New Marine 2nd Lt. Caitlin Doran speaks with her father David Doran, who also served in the Navy. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

New Marine 2nd Lt. Caitlin Doran speaks with her father David Doran, who also served in the Navy. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Navy Ensign Joe Domingues Jr., center, gets his new mortar boards placed on his shoulders by his father Joe Domingues Sr., left, and his sponsor parent William Walsh, right. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Navy Ensign Joe Domingues Jr., center, gets his new mortar boards placed on his shoulders by his father Joe Domingues Sr., left, and his sponsor parent William Walsh, right. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. Aidan McNally, from Anne Arundel County and the 25th Company, holds his diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. comes off stage with her diploma. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Marine 2nd Lt. comes off stage with her diploma. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Newly commissioned Navy Ensign Roya Aliha, from the 11th Company, holds her diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Newly commissioned Navy Ensign Roya Aliha, from the 11th Company, holds her diploma as he comes off the stage. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Members of the Naval Academy’s class of 2023 toss their caps in the air at the conclusion of the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Members of the Naval Academy’s class of 2023 toss their caps in the air at the conclusion of the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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A underclass midshipman salutes during the national anthem. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

A underclass midshipman salutes during the national anthem. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Midshipmen going into the Marines say “I Do” to the oath of office. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Midshipmen going into the Marines say “I Do” to the oath of office. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating midshipmen applaud after being conferred their degrees. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating midshipmen applaud after being conferred their degrees. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Midshipmen going into the Navy say “I Do” to the oath of office. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Midshipmen going into the Navy say “I Do” to the oath of office. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Blue Angels flyover Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Blue Angels flyover Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The Blue Angels flyover Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The Blue Angels flyover Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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The crowd watches as graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

The crowd watches as graduating midshipmen march in the procession as the ceremony begins. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Families and friends get photos of graduating midshipmen before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Families and friends get photos of graduating midshipmen before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Underclass midshipmen sit in the stands waiting for the ceremony to begin. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Underclass midshipmen sit in the stands waiting for the ceremony to begin. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Underclass midshipmen sit in the stands waiting for the ceremony to begin. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Underclass midshipmen sit in the stands waiting for the ceremony to begin. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating Midshipman 1st Class Ryan Hoffman poses with his cousin Euan McRoberts before the ceremony. before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating Midshipman 1st Class Ryan Hoffman poses with his cousin Euan McRoberts before the ceremony. before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Graduating Midshipman 1st Class Ryan Hoffman poses with his cousin Euan McRoberts before the ceremony. before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023.

Graduating Midshipman 1st Class Ryan Hoffman poses with his cousin Euan McRoberts before the ceremony. before the ceremony. The Naval Academy held its Class of 2023 Commissioning and Graduation Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Friday, May 26, 2023. (Paul W. Gillespie/Capital Gazette)

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Jasmine Brown of McDonough, GA, takes the oath to become a 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps during the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Jasmine Brown of McDonough, GA, takes the oath to become a 2nd lieutenant in the Marine Corps during the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Members of the Naval Academy’s class of 2023 cheer as the Blue Angels fly over during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Members of the Naval Academy’s class of 2023 cheer as the Blue Angels fly over during the Graduation and Commissioning Ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Friday, May 26, 2023. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Midshipmen wait for the start of the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Midshipmen wait for the start of the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Graduating seniors (left) greet arriving underclassmen prior to the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Graduating seniors (left) greet arriving underclassmen prior to the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Graduating seniors Eli Williams, of Murrieta, CA, (left) Valerie Holin, of San Diego, CA, and Sean Kulig, of Millstadt, IL, pose for a photo prior to the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Graduating seniors Eli Williams, of Murrieta, CA, (left) Valerie Holin, of San Diego, CA, and Sean Kulig, of Millstadt, IL, pose for a photo prior to the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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Underclassmen arrive for the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

Underclassmen arrive for the 2023 US Naval Academy commissioning and graduation ceremony at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. (Jerry Jackson/Baltimore Sun)

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