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Annapolis, MD - The Naval Academy Brigade of Midshipmen will present five formal dress parades on Worden Field this semester on the Naval Academy grounds at the following dates and times:
- Friday Sept. 3, at 4 p.m. on Worden Field
- Friday, Sept. 10 at 4 p.m. on Worden Field
- Friday, Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. on Worden Field
- Friday, Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. on Worden Field
- Friday, Oct. 22 at 4 p.m. on Worden Field
Parades are a visual presentation of the military discipline, professionalism and teamwork necessary to succeed as a member of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, and have been a part of Naval Academy training since its establishment in 1845. The Brigade of Midshipmen marches from Bancroft Hall to the Naval Academy parade field, Worden Field, accompanied by the Naval Academy Band and the midshipmen Drum & Bugle Corps. On Worden Field, the Brigade performs the manual of arms, renders honors to the senior officer or civilian dignitary present, and passes in review before the official party and guests.
