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U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen assist their classmates in bringing in the final zodiac combat raiding raft after a race through the harbor during Sea Trials at the academy in Annapolis, Md., May 13, 2008. During the 17-hour event, midshipmen bond together to overcome mental and physical challenges as a team.

BONDING

U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen assist their classmates in bringing in the final zodiac combat raiding raft after a race through the harbor during Sea Trials at the academy in Annapolis, Md., May 13, 2008. During the 17-hour event, midshipmen bond together to overcome mental and physical challenges as a team.

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