USNA
Military abbreviation · Military Unit and Organization
| Stands for | United States Naval Academy |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
USNA stands for United States Naval Academy, a military unit and organization abbreviation also used in education.
Four-year federal service academy in Annapolis, Maryland, that educates midshipmen for commissions as Navy ensigns or Marine Corps second lieutenants. Graduates serve at least five years on active duty.
Example: Two USNA graduates from the class were selected for Navy SEAL training.
Usage notes
Founded on October 10, 1845, by Secretary of the Navy George Bancroft. First-year students are "plebes," and the class tradition of climbing the greased Herndon Monument marks the end of plebe year. The Army-Navy football game is one of college sport's oldest rivalries.
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