070515-N-5390M-001 ANNAPOLIS, Md. (May 15, 2007) Ð Midshipmen perform group crunches in the surf of the Severn River during Sea Trials at the Naval Academy. Sea Trials is considered a rite of passage for Òplebes,Ó marking the end of their freshman year at the Academy. The event challenges the midshipmen mentally and physically, and highlights teamwork and communication skills. Navy photo by Ken Mierzejewski (RELEASED) US Navy 070515-N-5390M-001 Midshipmen perform group crunches in the surf of the Severn River during Sea Trials at the Naval Academy.

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