ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Nov. 17, 2016) Naval Academy first-class midshipmen celebrate as they receive their service assignments during a ceremony in Bancroft Hall. At this annual event, midshipmen learn which warfare community they will join after graduation, in May.

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