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A U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman 4th Class pulls himself along a Marine Corps-style obstacle course during Sea Trials at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., on May 15, 2007. Sea Trials are considered a rite of passage marking the end of freshman year at the Academy. The event challenges the midshipmen mentally and physically highlighting teamwork and communication skills.

A U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman 4th Class pulls himself along.

A U.S. Naval Academy Midshipman 4th Class pulls himself along a Marine Corps-style obstacle course during Sea Trials at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., on May 15, 2007. Sea Trials are considered a rite of passage marking the end of freshman year at the Academy. The event challenges the midshipmen mentally and physically highlighting teamwork and communication skills.

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