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U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Release Anthemic Video

Alumni of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) today released an inspiring video to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the institution and memorialize midshipmen who have died in service to the nation.

Campaign Launched to Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy

Alumni of the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) today launched a campaign to mark the federal academy’s 75th year of service and the foundational role it plays in our nation’s security and economic well-being. READ MORE

Why congress funds USMMA and the other federal service academies

The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is one of the five Federal Service Academies on which the U.S. Government relies for a steady stream of well-trained young officers dedicated to serving out the nation’s national defense objectives…

Dating back to its establishment in 1943, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy has developed a rich and storied legacy over its many years of service to the nation.

In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Academy’s founding, the USMMA Alumni Association and Foundation has put together a variety of historical and news sources to be used for media purposes. READ MORE

Media Resources

• Fact Sheet
• Frequently Asked Questions
• In Peace and War: A History of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point
• Kings Point: Maker of Mariners
• Global Reach: Revolutionizing the Use of Commercial Vessels and Intermodal Systems for Military Sealift
• The US Merchant Marine Were The Unsung Heroes of WWII

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